Interim Controller

$114,400 - $124,800/Yr

Vaco - Bloomington, MN

Full-time - Mid Level

Bloomington, MN

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Interim Controller at Vaco will play a pivotal role in overseeing corporate accounting functions and ensuring the financial health of the organization. This position involves assisting the Controller in the preparation and evaluation of budgets, aligning resources with departmental needs, and providing insightful feedback to enhance financial decision-making. The successful candidate will develop a robust system for data collection and expense reporting, which includes generating essential financial operating reports such as income statements, balance sheets, and statements of cash flows. These reports will be crucial for data-driven decision-making processes within the company. In addition to these responsibilities, the Interim Controller will lead the monthly accounting close activities, ensuring that reports are delivered to internal stakeholders and board members by the specified deadlines. Maintaining the general ledger is a critical task, which includes reconciling subsidiary accounts, preparing trial balances, and ensuring all entries are accurately reconciled. The role also requires compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements to maintain operational good standing. The Interim Controller will prepare weekly and monthly financial statements, along with detailed analyses to assist department heads in aligning actuals with their budgets. This position will also involve compiling audit work papers and assisting external auditors in completing their audits to comply with financing requirements. Coordination of tax workpapers for annual income tax returns and collaboration with outside firms for timely filings will be essential components of this role. Furthermore, the Interim Controller will coordinate and administer financial software implementations and integrations, ensuring efficient utilization and reducing redundancies. Developing and documenting business processes and accounting policies to strengthen internal controls is also a key responsibility. Training Accounting Specialists on necessary processes and procedures will be part of the role, as well as managing or mentoring team members as assigned by the CFO or Controller in the Finance Department.

Responsibilities

• Assist Controller in all corporate accounting functions, including the preparation and evaluation of budgets.
• Develop system for data collection and expense reporting, including financial operating reports.
• Lead monthly accounting close activities and provide reports to internal stakeholders and board members.
• Maintain general ledger by reconciling with subsidiary accounts and preparing trial balances.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements.
• Prepare weekly and monthly financial statements and detailed analyses for department heads.
• Compile audit work papers and assist external auditors in completing their audits.
• Coordinate tax workpapers for annual income tax returns and ensure timely filings with outside firms.
• Coordinate and administer financial software implementations and integrations.
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to strengthen internal controls.
• Train Accounting Specialists on processes and procedures as necessary.
• Manage and mentor team members as assigned by the CFO or Controller.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 5 years managing or leading high-performing teams.
• Proficiency in NetSuite, Google Suite, Microsoft Suite, and Rippling.
• Experience with GAAP, ASC, and SOX compliance.
• A Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Managerial Accountant (CMA) would be an advantage.
• Familiarity with GAAP, ASC, and SOX compliance.
• Previous management experience of at least 3 years.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of $55 - $60 per hour.
• Opportunity to work in a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Potential for discretionary bonuses.