Interim Controller

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Base pay range: $/yr - $/yr.

Location: Troy, Ohio
Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite
Salary Range: $140,000 – $200,000 annually
, commensurate with experience

We are seeking a highly motivated, hands‑on Controller to step into a critical cleanup and stabilization role within our accounting function. This role is ideal for a self‑starter who thrives in environments that need structure, clarity, and operational rigor. The Controller will assess the current state, define and implement accounting processes with minimal guidance, and bring the organization to a clean, well‑controlled, and audit‑ready position.

• Oversee day‑to‑day accounting operations, including general ledger, month‑end close, and financial reporting.
• Perform and lead detailed account reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Establish, document, and enforce accounting processes, internal controls, and expectations for the accounting team.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and support accurate financial statement preparation.
• Lead accounting cleanup initiatives, including historical reconciliations and process remediation.
• Drive audit readiness and serve as a key point of contact during audits.
• Set clear performance expectations and provide hands‑on leadership to the accounting team.
• Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and controls.

• Proven experience as a Controller or senior‑level accounting leader.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated success in cleanup, turnaround, or process‑build environments.
• Highly self‑directed with the ability to operate effectively with little to no guidance.
• Comfortable setting structure, accountability, and expectations for a team.
• Detail‑oriented, hands‑on, and solutions‑focused.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

• Immediate opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
• High level of autonomy and trust.
• Short‑term engagement with potential to convert to long‑term or permanent employment.
• Ideal for a Controller who enjoys fixing problems, building structure, and driving operational excellence.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Accounting / Auditing and Finance

Accounting

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