Controller

Truity Partners; Granger (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct access to CFO

Opportunity to impact operations

Collaborative culture

Job summary

A growing manufacturing organization is searching for a Controller to enhance operational efficiency and support decision-making processes. This highly visible role involves overseeing all accounting operations, leading financial analysis, and driving budget forecasting. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, along with 8+ years of relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing setting. The ideal candidate has ERP system knowledge and the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights. This role offers a collaborative culture and strong cross-functional exposure.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience, preferably in manufacturing environments.
• Ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.
• Experience improving processes and automation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations including close and financial analysis.
• Partner with operations to understand cost drivers.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Skills

Financial analysis

Operational efficiency

Cost management

Cross-functional collaboration

Data translation into insights

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA (a plus)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

We’re partnering with a growing manufacturing organization to identify a Controller who will play a critical role at the intersection of accounting, finance and operations. Reporting directly to the CFO, this individual will lead accounting and financial planning.

Position Overview

This role goes beyond traditional accounting. The Controller will be embedded in the business, helping drive operational efficiency and support decision-making across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including close, financial analysis, and internal controls
• Partner closely with operations to understand cost drivers
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis with a focus on operational insights
• Build and enhance KPIs, dashboards, and reporting to provide visibility into operational performance
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve sautomation
• Manage and develop accounting/finance team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA a plus)
• 8+ years of experience, with exposure to manufacturing environments
• Ability to translate financial data into actionable insights
• Experience partnering cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, or plant teams
• Systems-savvy (ERP experience required; experience improving processes/automation a plus)

Why This Role?

• Highly visible role with direct access to the CFO and leadership team
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact on operations and profitability
• Blend of strategic thinking and hands-on execution
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture with strong cross-functional exposure