Assistant Controller

LHH; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

Comprehensive benefits

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

LHH in Indianapolis seeks an Assistant Controller to join its accounting leadership team, blending financial reporting, cost and operational accounting, and cross-functional business partnership. The role offers exposure to system enhancements, process improvements, and strategic finance initiatives while partnering with operations and executives.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in corporate or manufacturing accounting, CPA/CMA, ERP experience, and a proven record of improving reporting accuracy

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience in corporate or manufacturing accounting.
• Experience in Senior Accountant, Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, or related roles with increasing responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of month-end close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and GL accounting.
• Experience supporting audits, internal controls, and compliance initiatives.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• ERP system experience required; exposure to system implementations or process improvement initiatives is a plus.
• CPA, CMA, or public accounting background preferred.
• Proven track record of improving processes, enhancing reporting accuracy, and driving operational efficiencies.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Lead general ledger activities, account reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting.
• Partner with operations and leadership teams to improve financial visibility and decision-making.
• Support external audits, internal controls, and compliance activities.
• Drive process improvement initiatives and help optimize accounting workflows.
• Participate in ERP and systems-related projects.
• Mentor and provide leadership within the accounting function.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

A well-established and long-time client of ours in the greater Indianapolis area is seeking an Assistant Controller to join its accounting leadership team. This position offers a blend of financial reporting, operational accounting, process improvement, and cross-functional business partnership responsibilities within a stable and growing organization. The role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who wants broader exposure to leadership, operations, and strategic finance initiatives.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Highly visible role within the accounting and finance organization.
• Opportunity to influence processes, reporting, and accounting best practices.
• Collaborative environment with strong executive leadership support.
• Exposure to system enhancements, operational improvements, and ongoing business growth initiatives.
• Clear path for long-term professional growth and advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Lead general ledger activities, account reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting.
• Partner with operations and leadership teams to improve financial visibility and decision-making.
• Support external audits, internal controls, and compliance activities.
• Drive process improvement initiatives and help optimize accounting workflows.
• Participate in ERP and systems-related projects.
• Mentor and provide leadership within the accounting function.

Ideal Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience in corporate accounting, manufacturing accounting, or a similar environment.
• Experience in Senior Accountant, Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, or related roles with increasing responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of month-end close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and general ledger accounting.
• Experience supporting audits, internal controls, and compliance initiatives.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• ERP system experience required; exposure to system implementations or process improvement initiatives is a plus.
• CPA, CMA, or public accounting background preferred.
• Proven track record of improving processes, enhancing reporting accuracy, and driving operational efficiencies.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a continuous improvement mindset.

Competitive compensation package, bonus opportunity, and comprehensive benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers