New

Interim Controller

Vaco
$75.00 - $90.00 / hr
United States, New York, Long Island City
Mar 04, 2026
Interim Controller Location: Long Island City, NY (Onsite) Compensation: $75-$90 per hour Company Overview A well-established luxury residential construction firm with nearly four decades of experience delivering high-end projects for discerning homeowners, architects, and designers is seeking an experienced Interim Controller to support its accounting function at its corporate headquarters in Long Island City. This is a hands-on leadership role within a multi-divisional construction environment, responsible for financial reporting, job cost and WIP reconciliation, cash management, and oversight of a small accounting team. Position Overview The Interim Controller will oversee day-to-day accounting operations while ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. This individual will manage monthly job cost and WIP reconciliations to the general ledger, supervise three accounting professionals (AP, AR, Payroll), and support executive leadership with financial analysis and cash flow management. The ideal candidate brings strong construction accounting expertise, deep proficiency with Sage 300 CRE, and hands-on experience with AIA billing and WIP schedules. Key Responsibilities Oversee daily operations of the Accounting Department to ensure timely and accurate processing of all transactions Review and prepare accruals, including job-related costs and general and administrative expenses Maintain control over all postings in the general ledger and subsidiary ledgers Prepare and reconcile monthly job cost reports and WIP schedules to the general ledger Lead monthly close process and prepare timely financial statements with supporting analysis Manage cash flow, including preparation of a thirteen-week cash flow forecast and related analyses Execute online banking transactions, including internal transfers and external wire payments Prepare financial schedules and assist with audits File sales tax returns in multiple jurisdictions Liaise with external accountants, auditors, banking representatives, insurance brokers, and other advisors Prepare annual budgets, reforecasts, and related financial analyses Support and mentor accounting staff, ensuring proper execution of duties within Sage 300 CRE Implement and maintain appropriate internal controls and treasury risk management procedures Qualifications Minimum 10 years of overall accounting experience, including at least 5 years within the construction industry Demonstrated expertise preparing and reconciling WIP schedules using Sage 300 CRE Hands-on experience with AIA billing Experience in a multi-divisional accounting environment Familiarity with S Corporation tax requirements preferred Strong cash management and treasury control experience Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; advanced degree a plus Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Experience implementing accounting systems and improving processes Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with executive leadership and external partners Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.