Interim Controller
At a glance
Mid-level Accounting role at Beech Valley Solutions. Monterey · contract.
Pay not stated Accounting salary
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What you'll do
- Run the month-end close, setting deadlines, coordinating tasks and reviewing the final results
- Check reconciliations and accounting reports for accuracy and completeness
- Guide the accounting team day to day and work with finance leaders to clear issues and keep reporting on schedule
- Find close delays and put practical checklists, documentation or controls in place
What you bring
- You have worked at Controller level, or as an Accounting Manager ready to take on Controller duties
- You bring strong operational accounting skills and experience leading close work
- You can communicate clearly and align teams around deadlines while getting up to speed quickly
Who this fits
This is a full-time, roughly four-month contract based onsite in Monterey, California, with a quick start and minimal ramp time. It suits a hands-on accounting leader comfortable providing day-to-day team oversight.
From the employer
Interim Controller | Onsite Monterey, CA | Full-Time Contract
Start: 12/15/2025 (ASAP onboarding)
Duration: ~4 months (through ~3/31/2026)
Location: Onsite – Monterey, CA
Hours: Full-time (40 hrs/week)
Compensation: Hourly (bill rate not to exceed $135/hr)
Overview
Beech Valley is seeking an interim Controller to support month-end close for a client onsite in Monterey, CA. This is a hands-on role for someone who can step in quickly, stabilize the close process, and ensure timely, accurate results while providing day-to-day leadership to the accounting function.
What You’ll Do
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Own and drive the month-end close process, including timelines, task management, and final review
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Review key reconciliations and accounting outputs to ensure completeness and accuracy
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Provide day-to-day oversight and support to the accounting team (as applicable)
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Partner with Finance leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to resolve issues and keep reporting on track
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Identify close bottlenecks and implement practical process improvements (checklists, documentation, controls)
What We’re Looking For
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Controller-level experience (or strong Accounting Manager stepping into Controller responsibilities)
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Deep operational accounting and close leadership experience
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Comfortable operating onsite in a fast-paced environment with minimal ramp time
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Strong communication skills and ability to keep teams aligned around deadlines
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Experience in structured close environments and working with auditors is a plus
Why Beech Valley?
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Flexibility: Accept and reject projects to fit your life and goals
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Compensation: Get paid for every hour you work
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Growth: Build your network and expand your skill set across exciting clients and projects
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