Accounting Consultant

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC seeks an Accounting Consultant (Controller Level) to lead day-to-day accounting for a local manufacturing client. You will oversee GL, close processes, and financial reporting while partnering with operations and executive leadership to drive accuracy and growth.

The role emphasizes budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and internal controls, with involvement in audits and process improvements in a high-visibility environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong grasp of financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting, and internal controls.
• Experience leading accounting functions at Controller/Assistant Controller/Senior Accounting Manager level.
• CPA preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting activities.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with operational leaders to provide financial insights and recommendations.
• Support audits, tax preparation, and continuous process improvement initiatives.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Cost accounting

Internal controls

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Accounting Consultant (Controller Level)

$80,000 – $95,000 + Benefits | Local Manufacturing Company

Are you an experienced accounting professional ready to make an immediate impact? Join a well-established manufacturing company where you’ll serve as a key financial leader, partnering with operations and executive leadership to drive financial accuracy, process improvements, and business growth.

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity

• Competitive salary of $80,000 – $95,000
• High-visibility role with direct exposure to company leadership
• Opportunity to influence financial strategy and operational decision-making
• Stable, growing manufacturing environment
• Collaborative team culture with strong leadership support
• Ability to streamline processes and implement best practices
• Variety in your work across accounting, reporting, budgeting, and analysis
• Opportunity to make a measurable impact on company performance

What You’ll Do

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting activities
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and regulatory requirements
• Partner with operational leaders to provide financial insights and recommendations
• Support audits, tax preparation, and continuous process improvement initiatives

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within manufacturing
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting, and internal controls
• Experience leading accounting functions at a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Senior Accounting Manager level
• CPA designation preferred but not required
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and ERP system experience

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