Interim Controller
Creative Financial Staffing
Sugar Land, TX · Posted November 10, 2026
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About the job
Interim Controller
We’re partnering with a leading industrial services organization for an Interim Controller as the company continues to support its accounting operations and corporate financial close activities.
As part of its ongoing operational needs, the organization is bringing on an experienced Interim Controller to oversee key accounting functions, support the month-end close process, and provide day-to-day guidance to a small accounting team.
This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has strong experience managing corporate accounting activities, reviewing journal entries, and coordinating across multiple accounting functions.
What You’ll Do As an Interim Controller:
Manage corporate month-end close activities and ensure timely completion of accounting processes
Review journal entries for accuracy, completeness, and proper support
Coordinate with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll to ensure all necessary entries are completed
Provide limited management oversight and day-to-day direction to approximately 2–3 team members
Monitor accounting activities and help ensure deadlines are consistently met
Support the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger
Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and close processes
Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve accounting issues and maintain efficient operations
What We’re Looking For:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
Previous experience as a Controller, Interim Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar accounting leadership role
Strong knowledge of corporate accounting and month-end close processes
Experience reviewing journal entries and managing general ledger activities
Experience coordinating with AP, AR, and Payroll teams
Previous experience providing oversight or guidance to accounting staff
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments
Ability to step into a role quickly and make an immediate impact
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
Why This Role?
Opportunity to join an established organization in the industrial services industry
Hands-on leadership opportunity with oversight of a small accounting team
High visibility across corporate accounting and financial close activities
Opportunity to make an immediate impact on accounting operations
Ready to make a difference? Let’s talk.
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