Controller Indianapolis, IN, US

Hurco Companies, Inc.; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hurco Companies, Inc. in Indianapolis, IN is seeking an experienced Division Controller to lead the North America accounting function from our corporate headquarters.

The role partners with Sales, Marketing, Service, Operations, and Executive Management to ensure strong financial controls, accurate reporting, and informed decision-making. The Division Controller will drive financial performance, improve business processes, and support the division's long-term strategic objectives while ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA a plus.
• Minimum of five years of progressive leadership in accounting and finance.
• Experience with US GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Public accounting experience at a Big Four firm is preferred.
• Manufacturing industry experience in a multinational organization is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all North America accounting functions.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements for Hurco North America (Hurco USA and Hurco Midwest).
• Analyze financial performance, variances, risks, and opportunities.
• Coordinate annual business planning and quarterly forecasts.
• Develop and monitor accounting policies, internal controls, and procedures to ensure US GAAP compliance.
• Partner with auditors to ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Oversee accounts receivable, collections, and credit risk management for distributors and end customers.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic initiatives.
• Provide financial guidance to Sales, Marketing, Service, Supply Chain, and Operations.
• Drive process improvements and operational excellence initiatives.
• Develop and implement performance measurement tools and KPIs.
• Monitor trends to identify risks and opportunities.
• Ensure day-to-day transactions adhere to US GAAP and company policies.

Skills

Financial leadership

Strategic partnering

Leadership experience

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

MBA preferred

CPA preferred

Tools

Dynamics 365

Excel

Job description

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Controller

Indianapolis, IN, US

Hurco Companies, Inc. is seeking an experienced and strategic Division Controller to join our Corporate Headquarters in Indianapolis, Indiana. This key leadership role is responsible for overseeing the financial accounting function for Hurco North America while providing financial leadership and operational support across the business.

The Division Controller partners closely with leaders in Sales, Marketing, Service, Operations, and Executive Management to ensure strong financial controls, accurate reporting, and informed business decision-making. This position plays a critical role in driving financial performance, improving business processes, and supporting the division's long‑term strategic objectives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all aspects of the North America accounting function.
• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, including review and approval of journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Manage the preparation and review of consolidated financial statements for Hurco North America, including Hurco USA and Hurco Midwest.
• Analyze financial performance, operating results, and key variances to identify risks, opportunities, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate the annual business planning process and quarterly financial forecasting.
• Develop, implement, and monitor accounting policies, internal controls, and financial procedures to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company policies.
• Partner with internal and external auditors to ensure compliance with accounting standards and corporate requirements.
• Oversee accounts receivable, collections, and credit risk management for distributors and end customers.
• Collaborate with senior leadership in the development and execution of strategic business initiatives.
• Provide financial guidance and decision support to Sales, Marketing, Service, Supply Chain, and Operations.
• Drive continuous improvement through business process optimization and operational excellence initiatives.
• Develop and implement performance measurement tools, including balanced scorecards and key performance indicators.
• Monitor industry, operational, and financial trends to proactively identify business risks and opportunities.
• Ensure day-to-day business transactions are processed in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required, MBA a plus.
• CPA preferred.
• Minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience in accounting and finance.
• Experience overseeing financial accounting, cost accounting, credit, financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Public accounting experience with a Big Five/Big Four accounting firm strongly preferred.
• Manufacturing industry experience within a multinational organization preferred.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Proven leadership, communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a plus.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and overall PC proficiency.

Why Hurco?

At Hurco, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on a global manufacturing organization known for innovation, quality, and customer success. As a member of our leadership team, you'll work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment where your expertise helps drive strategic decisions and operational excellence.

If you're a hands‑on financial leader who enjoys partnering with the business, improving processes, and influencing results, we'd love to hear from you.