Interim Controller, Part-time

Kranz Consulting

. Provide temporary accounting and financial leadership support to an established manufacturing organization .

Posted 11/4/2026part-timeLouisville • Kentucky • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in accounting leadership, particularly in manufacturing environments, with a strong focus on GAAP compliance, financial reporting, and cost accounting principles. Proven ability to enhance accounting processes and collaborate effectively with finance teams to drive efficiency and accuracy.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Accounting7+ Years Of Progressive Accounting ExperienceStrong Understanding Of GAAPExperience With ERP/Accounting SystemsStrong Analytical And Problem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Month-End CloseYear-End CloseJournal EntriesAccount ReconciliationsFinancial ReportingInventory AccountingCost AccountingVariance AnalysisFinancial Statement AnalysisInternal Controls

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAbility To Adapt To Changing Business Needs

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsAdvanced Excel

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing AccountingFinancial LeadershipCosting PrinciplesAudit PreparationProcess Improvements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide temporary accounting and financial leadership support to an established manufacturing organization
Partner with the existing Controller and accounting team on day-to-day accounting operations and special projects
Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting
Review general ledger activity and ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records
Support inventory accounting, including reconciliations, costing, valuation, and variance analysis
Assist with cost accounting, including standard costing, product costing, labor and overhead analysis, and manufacturing variances
Review and analyze financial statements, identifying discrepancies, trends, and improvement opportunities
Evaluate accounting processes, procedures, and internal controls and recommend improvements
Assist with audit preparation, documentation, and coordination with external auditors
Support process improvements to increase accounting efficiency and accuracy
Provide additional accounting and financial analysis support based on business needs and project priorities
Work collaboratively with the existing Controller and accounting team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
7+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment
Prior experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or similar role
Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
Experience with manufacturing accounting, inventory, and cost accounting principles
Proven experience managing or supporting month-end and year-end close processes
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to quickly assess priorities, work independently, and adapt to changing business needs
Experience with ERP/accounting systems and advanced Excel skills
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with existing finance and operational teams
Located in Louisville, Kentucky
Legally authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Interim, part-time engagement of approximately 20 hours per week
Hybrid work arrangement
Temporary/project-focused engagement