Position: Interim Controller

Location: Onsite, Cambridge, 5 days

Robert Half is a seeking a hands-on Interim Controller for a Cambridge manufacturing client to provide immediate leadership and support. This role is ideal for a hands-on finance professional who can step into a lean manufacturing environment, work independently, and execute day-to-day accounting responsibilities with minimal oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the month-end close process
• Manage full-cycle accounting activities in a small, lean finance environment
• Oversee manufacturing accounting, including inventory, COGS, and related reconciliations
• Maintain financial accuracy, controls, and reporting during a period of transition
• Partner directly with U.S.-based finance leadership on daily accounting and finance activities
• Support continuity of operations while the company navigates both a permanent Controller search and active sale process
• Roll up sleeves and handle the work personally rather than relying on a large team structure.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Controller or Plant Controller in a manufacturing environment
• Strong hands-on experience with month-end close and full-cycle accounting
• Deep understanding of inventory, COGS, and manufacturing accounting
• Comfortable operating independently in a very lean finance department
• Ability to work effectively with both local operations leadership and U.S.-based finance leadership
• Adaptable and comfortable joining a business undergoing ownership transition / sale process
• Practical, execution-focused style with a willingness to be highly hands-on.

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