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Interim Corporate Controller

GHJ

Job Location:

Bakersfield, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 8 November 2026 (Yesterday)

Application Deadline: 5 February 2027

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJs relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand clients needs attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

A well-established organization is seeking an experienced Interim Corporate Controller for an immediate consulting engagement in Bakersfield CA. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned accounting leader who enjoys stepping into complex environments providing stability during transitions and making an immediate impact.

The Interim Corporate Controller will oversee corporate accounting operations consolidated financial reporting treasury compliance and payroll while the organization searches for a permanent Controller. This role requires a hands-on leader who can quickly assess existing processes provide guidance to the accounting team and ensure continuity of financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and oversee corporate accounting operations and financial reporting.
Manage consolidated financial statements ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
Oversee treasury operations cash management and related financial activities.
Coordinate external audits tax matters and regulatory compliance requirements.
Provide oversight of payroll processes and related accounting activities.
Evaluate and strengthen accounting procedures internal controls and reporting processes.
Partner with senior finance leadership and accounting teams to support operational priorities.
Provide leadership mentorship and stability to the accounting team during the transition.

Qualifications

Significant experience as a Corporate Controller Interim Controller or senior accounting leader.
Strong technical accounting expertise and experience with consolidated financial reporting.
Experience overseeing treasury cash management audits tax and payroll functions.
Proven ability to quickly assess accounting operations and take ownership with minimal onboarding.
Strong leadership analytical and communication skills.
Comfortable working in a hands-on fast-paced environment.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Available to begin an interim consulting engagement quickly.

Why Join

Opportunity to make an immediate impact during an important leadership transition.
High-visibility consulting engagement with broad responsibility across corporate accounting.
Work closely with senior finance leadership and an established accounting team.
Short-term engagement ideal for an experienced interim finance professional.
Reasonable travel expenses covered for the selected consultant.

Employment Type: Temporary / Consulting Engagement
Duration: Approximately 34 Months
Start Date: ASAP

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