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Interim Controller
Petaluma - Onsite

You are​an experienced Interim Controller to provide strategic financial leadership and oversee accounting operations during a critical budgeting and planning cycle. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and tax compliance while partnering with executive leadership to drive business performance. The ideal candidate is a collaborative financial leader with strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and experience managing complex budgeting processes across multiple stakeholders. 

This position pays: $80.00 to $90.00 per hour

What you will be doing:

• Lead the company's finance and accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting and regulatory compliance.
• Direct the annual 2027 budgeting process, including revenue forecasting, COGS, operating expenses, capital expenditures for two entities, and cash flow forecasting.
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, forecasts, and executive reports.
• Develop financial strategies, performance metrics, and growth forecasts to support business objectives.
• Oversee payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, tax reporting, and cash flow management.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulations.
• Identify process improvements and implement financial systems and operational best practices.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, providing financial insights to support strategic decision-making.

What you bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• CPA, MBA, or equivalent leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Five or more years of experience as a Controller or in a senior financial leadership role.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Word.
• Strong experience with QuickBooks Online and payroll systems,
• Proven expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and internal controls.
• Thorough knowledge of GAAP, accounting principles, tax reporting, and audit processes.
• Experience leading annual budgeting across multiple departments and presenting financial results to executive stakeholders.
• Strong leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and sound judgment.

For over 50 years, Nelson Connects has empowered employers and job seekers to achieve their unique versions of success. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, compassion, and innovation has made us a trusted partner in connecting jobs, people, and communities. The remarkably talented and dedicated people of Nelson Connects are building on the rich history of this company to define the future of our industry, and we can’t wait to work with you.

We are Nelson Connects, and our purpose is your success.

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Nelson Connects provides compensation ranges for all job postings in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency laws. The compensation range listed represents a good faith estimate of base pay at the time of posting for the specific position and work location, or locations where the role may be performed.

Eligible temporary associates may have access to medical, dental, vision, HSA, EAP, life/AD&D, short-term disability, 401(k) retirement plan options, commuter benefits, paid sick leave where mandated, and other state or locally required benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

Where applicable, postings will describe any additional benefits, paid leave, bonus or incentive opportunities, commissions, and other forms of compensation specific to that position. Actual compensation offered may vary based on skills, experience, worksite location, shift, and other legitimate business factors.

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