Interim Controller

Boston MA (Hybrid) 3 Month Contract $80-$100/hour

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is partnered with a rapidly growing venture-backed startup seeking an experienced Interim Controller to join its leadership team during a critical phase of growth. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader with experience supporting venture capital-backed and/or private equity-backed organizations in fast-paced scaling environments.

The Interim Controller will partner closely with founders and executive leadership to strengthen accounting operations enhance financial reporting and support strategic decision-making across the organization.

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations and oversee the monthly close process
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting for management and stakeholders
• Evaluate and improve accounting processes controls and reporting procedures
• Support cash flow management budgeting and forecasting activities
• Partner with executive leadership on financial strategy and operational initiatives
• Assist with audit readiness compliance and accounting policy implementation
• Help build scalable accounting infrastructure to support continued growth

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field
• CPA strongly preferred
• Significant experience serving as a Controller or senior accounting leader
• Prior experience within venture-backed and/or private equity-backed companies
• Proven ability to improve processes and implement scalable accounting practices
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment

• 3 month interim engagement
• High-growth venture-backed startup environment
• Direct exposure to founders and executive leadership
• Opportunity to make an immediate and visible impact
• Competitive compensation of $80-$100/hour
• Hybrid schedule: 3 days onsite / 2 days remote
• Boston MA area

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. If you or someone you know may be interested please share a copy of your resume.