Controller

We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee the full scope of accounting and financial leadership for a manufacturing-focused organization in Indianapolis, Indiana. This position plays a central role in guiding financial reporting, operational analysis, and planning activities while supporting business decisions across the operation. The successful candidate will combine strong technical accounting knowledge with hands-on experience in cost structures, inventory, and performance improvement within an industrial environment.

Responsibilities:
• Direct day-to-day accounting operations across the general ledger, payables, receivables, payroll, fixed assets, and financial statement preparation.
• Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycles to deliver accurate and timely financial results.
• Manage manufacturing cost accounting activities, including product costing, inventory valuation, variance review, and labor and overhead analysis.
• Collaborate with plant and operations leaders to evaluate production performance, uncover savings opportunities, and strengthen margins.
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls, accounting procedures, and compliance practices to support audit and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning to align financial goals with business strategy.
• Review operating and financial metrics such as inventory movement, labor efficiency, production performance, and profitability trends.
• Supervise inventory control activities, including cycle counts, physical counts, and reconciliation of inventory records.
• Coordinate external audits, tax-related matters, and ongoing relationships with banking and financial partners.
• Lead, coach, and develop accounting staff while promoting process improvements, reporting efficiency, and effective financial systems usage.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience overseeing accounting or finance teams.
• Background in manufacturing, industrial, distribution, or another operations-driven environment.
• Strong command of financial reporting standards, internal controls, audit support, and compliance practices.
• Demonstrated expertise in cost accounting, inventory accounting, and manufacturing performance analysis.
• Experience working with enterprise resource planning platforms such as Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, JD Edwards, Epicor, or similar systems.
• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to build models, analyze data, and communicate financial insights clearly.

Compensation

$120,000.00-$135,000.00 Yearly

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