Interim Controller POST NUMBER: 301793

Battle Creek, MI

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 .

By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions.
Posted 2026-08-22

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