Interim Accountant

NOTE: THIS IS A VERY SHORT-TERM CONTRACT! ONLY THROUGH END OF YEAR!Interim Accountant / Accounting ConsultantDuration: Immediate start through December 31Employment Type: Contract / InterimReports To: Corporate ControllerLocation: Grand Rapids or PhoenixPosition OverviewWe are seeking an experienced, hands-on Senior Accountant or Accounting Consultant to provide interim support directly to the Corporate Controller through year-end.This individual will assist with day-to-day accounting operations, month-end close activities, and the development and documentation of corporate accounting policies and internal controls.The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in general ledger accounting, experience working in a public company environment, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced setting.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the Corporate Controller with daily accounting activities and transactional accounting responsibilities.Prepare, review, and post journal entries.Assist with month-end close, account reconciliations, and general ledger activities.Develop, document, and formalize corporate accounting policies and procedures.Assist with implementing and strengthening internal accounting controls.Support accounting processes to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, documentation, and internal controls.Provide additional hands-on accounting support as needed through year-end.Required QualificationsStrong general ledger accounting experience, including journal entries and month-end close.Experience developing, documenting, or implementing accounting policies and procedures.Experience supporting internal control implementation or improvements.Prior accounting experience within a publicly traded company.Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles.Ability to work independently and directly support senior accounting leadership.Comfortable balancing transactional accounting responsibilities with process improvement initiatives.Preferred QualificationsExperience with SOX controls or public company compliance requirements.Previous experience supporting a Corporate Controller.Prior interim, consulting, or contract accounting experience.Experience implementing or improving accounting processes during periods of organizational change.Ideal CandidateA well-rounded accounting professional who can roll up their sleeves to handle journal entries and month-end close while also helping the Controller build stronger accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.This is a hands-on accounting role, not solely a policy development or compliance position.