Controller

Controller
Location: Michigan City, Indiana
Schedule: Full-Time | Fully Onsite
Salary: $130,000 - $150,000 (commensurate with experience)
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Controller to join our leadership team in Michigan City, Indiana. This fully onsite position is ideal for a hands-on accounting professional with a proven track record of financial leadership, process improvement, and building high-performing teams. The Controller will oversee all accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, and partner with executive leadership to support business growth and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day accounting and finance operations, including the month-end and year-end close processes, general ledger, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
  
  
• Prepare and present timely, accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
  
  
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance operational efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and improve reporting accuracy.
  
  
• Develop, mentor, and lead the accounting team while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
  
  
• Partner with executive leadership to provide financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making support.
  
  
• Oversee annual audits, coordinate with external auditors, and ensure compliance with all regulatory and reporting requirements.
  
  
• Monitor cash flow, financial performance, and key business metrics while recommending opportunities for continuous improvement.
  
  
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and internal control procedures.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required .
  
  
• MBA and/or CPA preferred.
  
  
• Minimum 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience , including leadership responsibilities.
  
  
• Strong background in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and month-end close.
  
  
• Demonstrated success implementing process improvements and driving operational efficiencies.
  
  
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to coach, mentor, and develop accounting staff.
  
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively partner with executives and cross-functional teams.
  
  
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  
  
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working within ERP/accounting systems.
  
  

What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is a proactive, results-driven finance leader who thrives in a collaborative, onsite environment. This individual will possess a strong technical accounting foundation, exceptional leadership capabilities, and the communication skills necessary to influence strategic business decisions while continuously improving financial processes and operational performance.


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