Controller Seattle, WA

Interim Controller Position

We are looking for an experienced interim Controller to oversee the full accounting and finance function for a growing engineering consulting firm in Seattle, Washington. This Contract position will play a central role in delivering accurate financial reporting, strengthening controls, and providing insight into project performance and business results. The role works closely with leadership, project teams, and operational stakeholders to support profitability, compliance, and informed decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Direct core accounting activities across the organization, including ledger management, payables, receivables, payroll oversight, fixed assets, and daily cash activity.
• Produce timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, while managing close cycles and maintaining reliable supporting documentation.
• Oversee project-based accounting for consulting engagements by tracking budgets, labor usage, costs, backlog, billing, and work in process to support accurate financial outcomes.
• Apply appropriate revenue recognition methods, including percentage-of-completion practices where needed, and review project setup to ensure proper billing and cost allocation.
• Partner with executives and project managers to evaluate financial performance, identify risks and opportunities, and recommend actions that improve margins and operating efficiency.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning efforts, including cash flow projections, liquidity planning, KPI reporting, and analysis tied to strategic growth initiatives.
• Establish and reinforce accounting policies, internal controls, and compliance procedures to support audit readiness, tax obligations, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, banks, and other financial partners while supporting contract review, bonding considerations, and project-related financial risk assessment.
• Improve accounting workflows, reporting practices, and process efficiency through automation and continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Monitor working capital, treasury activity, receivables aging, and collection efforts to maintain healthy cash flow and financial stability.