Interim Business Operations & Accounting Leader
3 months ago
Houston
Job Description About the Role • We are seeking a highly capable and detail-oriented Interim Business Operations & Accounting Manager to support our CFO and an experienced internal accounting/administrative team during a period of transition and increased workload., • This temporary role focuses on strengthening internal processes, completing full-charge accounting tasks, maintaining compliance, supporting HR functions, and keeping daily administrative operations running smoothly., • You will work side-by-side with our CFO, Controller-level support, and a skilled back-office team, allowing you to step in quickly and provide hands-on assistance where it’s needed most. Key Responsibilities – Full-Charge Accounting • Complete month-end close in collaboration with the CFO., • Reconcile all balance sheet accounts including cash, AP/AR, loans, and payroll liabilities., • Prepare and post monthly journal entries (prepaids, accruals, depreciation)., • Perform bank reconciliations and ensure accuracy., • Assist with job costing, WIP tracking, and revenue allocations., • Support preparation of financial statements for CFO review., • Assist with quarterly reporting, audits, and CPA coordination., • Support budgeting and forecasting processes. Financial & Administrative Operations Support • Oversee billing, credits, and account questions with support of existing team., • Assist AP with vendor documentation and compliance., • Manage cash receipts, deposits, and banking processes., • Support collections efforts and documentation., • Monitor department expenditures and report findings to CFO., • Assist with insurance renewals, GL/WC audits, and filings., • Help maintain employee/company credit card systems., • Provide coverage and backup for administrative personnel. HR & Employee Support • Assist with hiring, onboarding, and background checks., • Support benefits administration including health, PTO, disability, and 401K., • Support TWC, EEOC, and workers comp compliance items., • Document corrective actions, terminations, and file updates., • Track employee certifications, attendance, and records., • Assist with policies, procedures, and employee communication updates. Compliance, Risk Management & Documentation • Support subcontractor agreements, W9s, COIs, exemption certificates., • Maintain accident/injury reporting and workers comp documentation., • Assist with audit preparation and tax dispute documentation. Qualifications • 5+ years in accounting, HR, or administrative leadership., • Strong month-end close and financial operations skills., • Ability to collaborate effectively with CFO and team., • Experience in service-based or construction/trades industries preferred., • High attention to detail and strong organizational skills., • Ability to step in quickly and manage multiple responsibilities., • Strong understanding of compliance, payroll, and documentation requirements. Key Traits • Team-oriented and collaborative., • Calm and organized under pressure., • Hands-on and adaptable., • Process-driven and reliable., • Communicative with strong documentation habits., • Able to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment. Contract Details • Temporary position (3–6 months, flexible)., • Full-time, Monday–Friday schedule., • Works directly with CFO and the administrative/accounting team., • Possible extension based on company needs. Company DescriptionFull-Service Staffing FirmFull-Service Staffing Firm