Accounting Controller

Title: Accounting/Finance – Controller

Location: Greendale, IN – 47025

Duration: 6 Months

SHIFT - MON-FRI 8AM - 5PM.

Job Description:

I. Position Overview

The Controller is responsible for overseeing all accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy of financial information, maintaining a strong internal control environment, and supporting strategic financial decision-making. This role leads the accounting team, manages financial reporting, and partners with leadership to drive organizational performance and compliance.

II. Specific Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Oversee preparation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

• Ensure compliance with GAAP and relevant regulatory requirements.

• Manage audit processes (internal and external), including preparation of schedules and responding to auditor inquiries.

Accounting Operations

• Direct all day to day accounting functions, including A/R, A/P, payroll, general ledger, and fixed assets.

• Oversee month end and year end close processes, ensuring completeness and accuracy.

• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies and internal controls.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis

• Coordinate the annual budgeting process and assist with strategic forecast.

• Monitor budget and forecast vs. actual performance and provide variance analysis.

• Partner with department leaders to support financial decision making and operational efficiency.

• Provide analytical insights that support strategy, cost control, and profitability initiatives.

Leadership & Team Management

• Manage, mentor, and develop the accounting team.

• Establish workload priorities and maintain high standards of accuracy and timeliness.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

Systems, Processes & Controls

• Oversee accounting systems and ensure they support efficient, accurate financial operations.

• Implement process improvements that enhance accuracy, speed, and internal control.

• Support or lead ERP upgrades, automation initiatives, and reporting system enhancements.

Strategic & Cross Functional Support

• Collaborate closely with Finance, Operations, HR, and Leadership on key initiatives.

• Provide financial expertise for business cases, contracts, pricing, and investment decisions.

• Present financial results and insights to senior management and the board (if applicable).

III. Essential Skills and Experience:

Education or Equivalent:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; CPA preferred.

• 7–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including management.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control frameworks.

• Experience with ERP systems, financial reporting tools, and process automation.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills.

Knowledge/Skills Requirements:

• Expert knowledge in US GAAP with a strong consultative but results oriented approach.

• Mentally strong to challenge assumptions and handle complex financial analysis.

• Superior analytical skills and strong attention to detail balanced by a keen ability to integrate the broader strategic picture.

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Ability to easily learn and retain technical information.

• Adept at preparing & effectively presenting monthly & quarterly reporting packages.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.

• Must have strong consultation and collaboration skills.