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Robert Half
Carlsbad, CA (In Person)
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Description seeking an experienced Interim Controller Consultant to support financial operations during a short-term engagement. This role will oversee core accounting functions, manage a small team, and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and highly proficient in Excel. Key Responsibilities Manage and mentor a team of 2 accounting professionals Oversee and review all account reconciliations and journal entries Perform and manage all prepaid expense accounting, including setup, amortization, and reconciliation Own and manage the purchasing card (P‑card) process, including reviews, reconciliations, and compliance Ensure accurate and timely month-end close Prepare and review financial statements (monthly and ad hoc) Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting best practices Partner with leadership to ensure financial accuracy and transparency Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and documentation Qualifications & Experience Prior experience as a Controller or Senior Accounting Manager Strong working knowledge of GAAP Hands-on experience with reconciliations, journal entries, prepaids, and P‑cards Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, financial analysis) Experience managing and developing accounting staff Ability to step into an interim role and add immediate value Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills Additional Details On-site presence required 2 days per week in North County San Diego Ideal for an interim or consulting professional available for a 3-4 month engagement Requirements Month End Close, Financial Statement Preparation, Financial Statement, Monthly Financial Statements, Prepare Financial Statements, Credit Card Reconciliation, Reconciliations, Prepaids, Journal Entries, Month-end Journal Entries Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .