Interim Controller

Location: Boulder, Colorado — HybridSchedule: Full-time contract, approximately 40 hours per weekOnsite requirement: Tuesdays and ThursdaysExpected engagement: August 2026 through mid-January 2027Focused Energy is seeking an experienced Interim Controller to provide parental leave coverage for a growing software and advertising technology company based in Boulder, Colorado.This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for maintaining a strong accounting operation during the leave period. The Interim Controller will lead the accounting team, manage the monthly and quarterly close processes, oversee financial reporting, and partner closely with the company’s CFO, VP of Finance, FP&A Manager, and other business leaders.The ideal candidate is an established Controller with strong technical accounting skills, recent hands-on NetSuite experience, and a background supporting a software, SaaS, adtech, or technology-driven organization.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the monthly and quarterly financial close processesOversee revenue close, account reconciliations, and close checklistsPrepare monthly financial statements, flash reporting, board reporting, and investor-requested reportingOversee accounts payable and accounts receivable activitiesManage cash-flow forecasting and working-capital reportingOversee monthly sales commissions and quarterly bonus calculationsReview and manage employee expense reimbursementsCollaborate with FP&A, HR, operations, and other business functionsSupport external tax providers with periodic requestsManage and provide leadership to two accounting professionals and one Payroll ManagerMaintain clear documentation and ensure a smooth transition before and after the leave periodRequired QualificationsSignificant experience serving as a Controller in a hands-on capacityStrong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reportingRecent, hands-on NetSuite experienceExperience leading monthly and quarterly close processesExperience managing an accounting teamExperience with cash-flow forecasting and working-capital managementBackground in software, SaaS, adtech, or another technology-driven businessAbility to work onsite in Boulder every Tuesday and ThursdayAvailability to commit approximately 40 hours per week through mid-January 2027This position requires an experienced Controller who can step into the role quickly and independently. Candidates whose experience is primarily at the Assistant Controller level may not be the right fit.Preferred Systems ExperienceExperience with the following platforms is helpful but not required beyond NetSuite:FloQastLookerCaptivateIQExpensifySalesforceSpendfloEngagement TimelineThe preferred start date is as early as possible in August. The selected candidate will have several weeks to work alongside the current Controller before the leave begins during the first week of September.The engagement is expected to continue through approximately mid-January, including a one- to two-week transition period when the Controller returns.About Focused EnergyFocused Energy provides experienced fractional and interim finance professionals to growing organizations. Our team supports clients with CFO leadership, controllership, accounting operations, financial planning, and project-based finance needs.To be considered, please submit your résumé along with a brief summary of:Your recent NetSuite experienceYour experience supporting software, SaaS, adtech, or technology companiesYour availability from August through mid-JanuaryYour ability to work onsite in Boulder on Tuesdays and ThursdaysYour expected hourly rate