Interim Controller - Audit Preparation
Location: Denver, Co.
Pay Range: $55-65/hr (Dependent on Experience)
Schedule: Mon-Fri, 40 hours/week
About the Role This is a high-impact Interim Controller role for an experienced accounting leader who can immediately step in as a hands-on partner to senior finance leadership.
The organization is seeking a strong technical Interim Controller who can independently close the books, rebuild critical accounting schedules, and serve as a trusted advisor during an important audit readiness period.
Key Responsibilities of the Interim Controller Own Month-End Close & Technical Accounting Execution Independently close the books in NetSuite with minimal oversight
Prepare and post journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Evaluate transactions using GAAP guidance rather than relying solely on system automation
Act as a technical accounting resource for leadership decisions
Lead Revenue Recognition & Technical Accounting Apply ASC 606 revenue recognition principles, including:
Performance obligation identification
Transaction price allocation
Deferred revenue accounting
Recreate and strengthen revenue recognition schedules
Provide technical accounting conclusions supported by authoritative guidance
Advise leadership on appropriate accounting treatment for complex transactions
Audit Readiness & Schedule Reconstruction Rebuild and enhance audit schedules and workpapers from prior periods
Create clean, defensible documentation aligned with external auditor expectations
Support audit preparation across key accounting areas, including ASC 606 and ASC 842
Partner directly with Controllers and leadership to improve audit efficiency
Minimum Qualifications for Interim Controller Experience operating at a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Technical Accounting Manager level
Demonstrated ownership of month-end close
Deep working knowledge of ASC 606 revenue recognition and deferred revenue accounting
Experience applying GAAP judgment to determine accounting treatment
Strong NetSuite experience with hands-on system ownership
Proven experience rebuilding accounting schedules and audit documentation
Able to operate independently with little direction
Who Thrives in This Interim Controller Role Hands-on accounting leaders who enjoy solving complex problems
Professionals comfortable acting as a peer to Controllers and senior leadership
Individuals who balance technical expertise with practical execution
Advisors who can both recommend solutions and implement them
Why This Interim Controller Opportunity Stands Out High-visibility engagement working directly with senior leadership
Opportunity to materially impact an upcoming audit cycle
Autonomy, trust, and meaningful ownership
Fully remote, flexible engagement
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