Interim Controller (CONTRACT) POST NUMBER: 476481

Richardson, TX
Interim Controller (CONTRACT)
Fully Onsite (5 days/week) - Richardson, TX

One of Vaco’s clients is looking for a strong hands-on Controller with government contracts/ defense experience - Company is acquisitive. They are looking for a process-focused Accountant that can bring ideas to the table, establish internal control and lead process improvement initiatives.

Compensation: $70-$80/hr

The Role:

  • Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, billing, cash management, and month-end close
  • Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
  • Maintain balance sheet integrity, including reconciliations and supporting schedules
  • Support preparation of P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting for management and corporate stakeholders
  • Oversee and administer company 401(k) plan, including compliance, reporting, audits, and coordination with 3 rd party administrators
  • Ensure accurate and timely payroll tax filings and payments (federal, state, and local)
  • Oversee federal income tax
  • Manage sales and use tax compliance, registrations, and audit support


Requirements:
  • 7 years progressive accounting and finance experience
  • Required bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • CPA nice to have.
  • Experience in govcon/defense industry nice to have.
  • $30-$150 M annual revenue range
  • Systems – Quickbooks, Deltek
  • Personality needed Strong communicator, efficient worker
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.
Posted 2026-06-06

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