Interim Controller

Vaco is hiring for an Interim CFO/Controller opportunity in Battle Creek MI Duration: 1 year contract Schedule: Hybrid Pay: $60-85.00/hr Our client is seeking a hands-on Interim Controller/CFO to provide financial leadership during a period of growth and acquisition activity. This role will oversee day-to-day accounting while providing financial reporting, analysis, and strategic support to ownership and private equity stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead month-end close , journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and financial statement preparation. Oversee the Accounting Manager and partner with HR regarding payroll. Prepare PE financial reporting, management reports, and Board decks . Partner with ownership and PE stakeholders on financial analysis, forecasting, cash flow, and business performance. Lead and support acquisition integration , including accounting processes, reporting, systems, and controls. Improve accounting processes, internal controls, reporting, and financial visibility. Oversee AP, AR, general ledger, and other core accounting functions. Work directly in QuickBooks and remain involved in day-to-day accounting as needed. Support budgeting, forecasting, audits, tax, banking, and other financial initiatives. Qualifications 7+ years of progressive accounting/finance leadership experience; Controller or CFO experience preferred. Strong month-end close and financial reporting experience. Experience with private equity reporting and Board presentations . Acquisition/M&A integration experience strongly preferred. QuickBooks experience required. Strong Excel, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. Comfortable balancing strategic CFO-level responsibilities with hands-on accounting execution . #J-18808-Ljbffr