Controller (Cost Accounting Exp. Req.; $130-140k + Bonus)

Location: Indianapolis, IN (west of downtown); 100% onsite

About the Role

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. This newly created position is driven by growth, not turnover. The CEO has historically overseen the financial function with support from a part-time Controller but is now ready to bring in a dedicated financial leader to take ownership of day-to-day accounting while identifying opportunities to strengthen the business.

The CEO views this role as more than a traditional Controller—this person will act as his right hand and a key business partner, not just someone responsible for reporting numbers and closing the books. The ideal candidate will "leave their DNA on the business," appreciating the trust and autonomy to find the best solutions, ask questions, and encourage new ideas. If you enjoy building, improving, and challenging the status quo, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a growing business.

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
• Partner with ownership to support growth, profitability, and strategic decisions

Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leading the month-end close and preparing financial statements
• Cost accounting experience with a strong understanding of how labor, equipment, and overhead factor into job or manufacturing costs
• Desire to go beyond reporting numbers—understand why they happened and help influence future outcomes
• Enjoy improving processes and providing leadership with better visibility

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid holidays and PTO

Pay

Base salary: $130,000–$140,000 + annual bonus potential

Schedule

Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM (40–45 hours per week)