Overview

Interim Assistant Controller Our client, a consumer products company, is seeking an Interim Assistant Controller to provide leadership and continuity across its accounting operations during a major systems transformation. This role is on-site five days per week in the San Francisco East Bay. The role is anticipated to last approximately 12 months. Responsibilities: Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting Oversee general ledger accounting, journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and balance sheet analysis Provide leadership across operational accounting areas, including order-to-cash, procure-to-pay, payroll, inventory, and fixed assets Ensure accounting activities comply with U.S. GAAP, internal policies, and applicable reporting requirements Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation, responding to requests, and maintaining audit-ready processes Strengthen accounting policies, internal controls, close procedures, and supporting documentation Partner with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, and other stakeholders to resolve accounting and operational issues Support a major ERP implementation through process design, testing, documentation, control development, and adoption activities Identify opportunities to improve close timelines, reporting quality, data accuracy, workflow efficiency, and scalability Provide coaching, review, prioritization, and escalation support to accounting team members Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred Progressive accounting leadership experience at the Assistant Controller, Director, or comparable level Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, general ledger accounting, financial reporting, close management, internal controls, and audit support Experience in a consumer products, manufacturing, or other inventory-intensive operating environment, including exposure to inventory and cost accounting Experience supporting an ERP implementation or significant finance transformation, along with advanced Excel and large-scale accounting systems expertise Compensation: Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors, including but not limited to: The individual's skill sets, experience, and training; Licensure and certifications; Office location and other geographic considerations; Other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco by Highspring notes that the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or intervi