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Position Title:

Controller Location:

Indianapolis, IN area (client site)

Employment Type:

Full-time (direct hire)

Experience Required:

8-12+ years progressive accounting experience, including prior leadership

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting (required); CPA strongly preferred

Reports To:

CFO / VP

of Finance / Owner Position Summary Our Indianapolis-area client is seeking a Controller to lead the accounting function. The role oversees the full month-end close, financial reporting, internal controls, and a team of accounting professionals. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical leader who partners with executive management on reporting, compliance, and process improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process and financial statement preparation. Manage the accounting team (staffing, training, performance, and workflow). Ensure accurate and timely general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and compliance with

U.S. GAAP.

Prepare or review consolidated financial statements, management reports, and variance analysis. Oversee internal controls, SOX or equivalent compliance, and audit support (internal and external). Partner with the CFO/leadership on budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and financial analysis. Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and banks as needed. Drive process improvements, system utilization, and documentation of policies/procedures. Support special projects, acquisitions, or system implementations as required. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting. 8-12+ years of progressive accounting experience, with prior Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior leadership experience. Proven leadership of an accounting team and full ownership of the close and financial reporting. Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial statement preparation. Strong ERP/accounting system experience. Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills. Ability to partner effectively with non-finance leadership. Preferred Qualifications CPA required or strongly preferred by most clients. Experience in the client's industry (e.g., manufacturing, distribution, professional services, multi-entity). Experience with multi-entity consolidations, technical accounting, or system implementations. Advanced Excel and financial reporting tools.