Why Project & Interim Consulting is the Secret Weapon for Growing Finance Teams
By Arvin Combs, Founder of A.G. Combs
In corporate accounting and finance, change is the only constant. Whether your organization is navigating a rapid expansion, preparing for an upcoming audit, executing a complex software migration, or managing a sudden executive vacancy, the workload can quickly outpace your internal team’s capacity.
When these high-stakes moments hit, modern organizations don't always need to rush into a long, drawn-out permanent hiring process. Instead, they need tactical, immediate support that can deliver results from day one.
That is where Project & Interim Consulting comes in.
What Does an Interim Accounting & Finance Consultant actually Do?
At A.G. Combs, our core focus is building and deploying agile teams of financial consultants for specialized corporate assignments across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
A common question I hear from business leaders and senior finance professionals alike is: “What range of roles and projects do these consultants actually handle?”
The short answer? Everything from Senior Accountants to CFOs, including general accounting, FP&A, Audit/Sox and Project Management/Process Improvement
Our consulting placements span every tier of an organization’s financial structure, including:
Interim CFO & Controller Leadership: Providing steady, high-level strategic direction, cash flow management, and board-level advisory during executive transitions or private equity buyouts.
Specialized Project Execution: Driving complex, technical initiatives like ERP system implementations, GAAP compliance cleanup, M&A integration, and revenue recognition overhauls.
Senior & Staff Accounting Support: Stepping in to handle critical month-end closes, financial reporting, or audit preparation during heavy seasonal crunches or parental leaves.
The Value of Flexible, High-Impact Engagements
The modern business environment demands agility. When we deploy consultants to partner with our clients, these engagements are built around the exact needs of the business:
Flexible Timelines: Assignments can range from a targeted couple of months to multi-year corporate initiatives, giving businesses elite expertise without the long-term overhead commitment.
A Foot in the Door for Talent: Consulting isn't just a temporary fix—it’s often a test drive for both sides. In many cases, an interim assignment naturally evolves into a permanent, long-term leadership position when the fit is seamless.
A Viable Career Strategy: For seasoned accounting professionals, project consulting offers an extraordinary career path—providing high-level variety, flexibility, and the ability to solve big, meaningful corporate challenges without getting bogged down in company politics.
Built on Decades of Local Experience
I’ve spent my entire career rooted in the accounting and finance industry including a CPA background and decades of hands-on experience in the DFW market.
At A.G. Combs, we don't treat talent acquisition like a generic keyword-matching game. Because we’ve lived the operational crunches ourselves, we know how to carefully vet candidates, understand the nuances of your business challenge, and deploy the right consultant who can add immediate value.
Need Immediate Financial Muscle for Your Team?
Whether your organization is facing a critical project deadline or you are a seasoned finance professional looking to explore the flexibility of a project consulting career, A.G. Combs is here to connect you with the right opportunities.
Reach out to A.G. Combs today to discover how our interim consulting solutions can support your business goals.