Controller - Own the Numbers. Shape the Business.
Location: Indianapolis, IN; West of Downtown; 100% Onsite; Relocation Assistance Available
Base Salary: $120,000-$125,000 + Bonus Potential 
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Holidays, PTO    
Job Type: Full-Time 
Typical Hours: M-F, 8 AM - 5 PM; 40-45 hours 
Start Date: ASAP

Controller – Manufacturing Accounting Description 

Our client, a well-established, privately owned manufacturing company ($25m revenue), is seeking a hands-on Controller to serve as a trusted financial leader and strategic partner to ownership, overseeing the accounting function across multiple operating companies. This is a newly created position driven by growth, not turnover. While the CEO's accounting and finance background has allowed him to successfully oversee the financial function, the company has reached the point where he's ready to bring in a trusted partner who can take ownership of the day-to-day accounting operation while helping identify opportunities to strengthen the business. The CEO is looking for more than a traditional Controller. He views this person as his right hand and a key business partner, not simply someone responsible for reporting the numbers and closing the books each month. As he shared, he's looking for someone who wants to "leave their DNA on the business." The ideal person isn't afraid to write their own playbook. They appreciate having the resources and trust to succeed while working for a leader who gives them the space to find the best solution, asks questions, and encourages new ideas. If you're someone who enjoys building, improving, and challenging the status quo, you'll thrive in this role.

Controller – Manufacturing Accounting Responsibilities

•    Manage and develop a team of two accounting professionals
•    Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close across six operating brands
•    Prepare consolidated financial statements and executive reporting
•    Manage the general ledger, reconciliations, and financial reporting in ERP
•    Oversee budgeting, cash flow, banking, and day-to-day financial operations
•    Analyze job costing and profitability to improve margins and business performance
•    Partner with production and estimating to strengthen costing and reporting
•    Improve accounting processes, internal controls, and operational efficiency
•    Oversee audits, tax coordination, and external CPA relationships
•    Lead and develop a team of two accounting professionals
•    Partner with ownership to support growth, profitability, and strategic decisions
•    Identify opportunities to improve profitability and support company growth

Controller – Manufacturing Accounting Qualifications  

•    5+ years of progressive accounting experience with recent job costing experience required
•    Prior leadership experience with direct reports required
•    Experience leading the month end close process, preparing financial statements, and maintaining the general ledger required
•    Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs required