A Controller directs and oversees the treasury of a government, private corporation or non-profit organization, and may oversee the investment of funds. Supervises the quality of accounting and financial reporting within an organization, and directs preparation of reports that show the financial position of an organization.
$80/hour Position Overview Our client is seeking an experienced Interim Controller with significant NetSuite implementation experience to step into a critical role supporting an active ERP deployment. This individual will be responsible for ensuring continuity of the implementation, driving project milestones, and leading the organization through a successful NetSuite go-live. This role requires a hands-on finance leader who has successfully navigated NetSuite implementations, including data migration, system configuration, testing, integrations, user training, and post-go-live support. While Controller-level accounting support will be part of the engagement, the primary focus will be leading and supporting the NetSuite implementation through completion. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary finance lead for the ongoing NetSuite implementation Drive project execution through testing, deployment, go-live, and stabilization Evaluate current project status and quickly identify risks, gaps, and next steps Manage system configuration, workflows, user acceptance testing, and process improvements Oversee data migration and validation efforts to ensure data integrity Partner with internal stakeholders to establish accounting processes and controls within NetSuite Coordinate integrations between NetSuite and existing payroll, purchasing, and operational systems Train end users and provide post-go-live support to finance and operational teams Facilitate knowledge transfer and documentation of key processes Provide interim Controller support, including oversight of accounting operations and financial processes as needed Required Qualifications Hands-on NetSuite implementation experience, including at least one full-cycle implementation through go-live Proven experience leading ERP implementations, upgrades, or conversions Strong understanding of NetSuite financial modules, workflows, reporting, and system administration Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accounting leadership experience Experience with system integrations, data migration, testing, and user training Ability to assess project status quickly and execute in a fast-paced environment Strong communication, project management, and stakeholder management skills Hands-on, collaborative approach with the ability to guide and mentor internal teams Experience supporting manufacturing, distribution, healthcare, or multi-entity environments Ideal Candidate Profile NetSuite subject matter expert who can step into an implementation already in progress Comfortable balancing ERP project leadership with day-to-day accounting oversight Highly adaptable and capable of working through ambiguity and change Strong problem-solver with a hands-on approach Experienced in training users and driving adoption of new systems Collaborative business partner who can build credibility quickly and keep critical projects on track EB-5986194978
