Interim Controller

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a large, well?established organization in the food & beverage / consumer products industry seeking an Interim Controller based in Cherry Hill, NJ. This is a highly hands?on, individual contributor role reporting directly to senior finance leadership. The position is essential for supporting year?end close, audit readiness, and ongoing accounting operations.This assignment is ideal for a disciplined, independent accounting leader who can step in quickly, assess the environment, and execute with minimal oversight.Interim Controller - Cherry Hill, NJDuration: 4-6 months, potential to convert to permanentJob Type: Full?time, ContractLocation: Cherry Hill, NJ (on-site)Pay:$48-$65 per hourDuties & ResponsibilitiesYear-End & Month-End Close Lead year-end close activities, including capital spend close-out, adjusting journal entries, and adherence to the reporting calendar. Manage month-end close: journal entry tracking, variance analysis, supporting schedules, and financial summary narratives. Audit Leadership Act as the primary finance lead for the year-end audit. Prepare, upload, and deliver audit support on schedule. Facilitate weekly audit status meetings and coordinate responses to auditor requests. Accounting Operations Oversee daily accounting functions: AR, AP, General Ledger, and route accounting. Review reconciliations and financial reports for accuracy, completeness, and internal control compliance. Load, validate, and reconcile financial data across reporting systems in partnership with IT. Systems & Process Support Support ERP system testing, including Microsoft Dynamics cash and AP workflows. Identify gaps, risks, or inefficiencies and proactively implement solutions. Operate independently and hands-on, reporting directly to senior finance leadership. Qualifications Proven experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Senior Accounting Manager in a complex operating environment. Strong year-end close, audit management, and financial reporting experience. Hands-on experience managing AR, AP, GL, and reconciliation processes. ERP experience required; Microsoft Dynamics strongly preferred Highly organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Immediate or near-immediate availability, with the ability to commit to a 4-6 month engagement. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:• The California Fair Chance Act• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Pay Details: $48.00 to $65.00 per hour Search managed by: Cassandra Coakley Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.