Interim Controller

CFS; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Mishawaka, Indiana seeks an experienced Controller to lead all accounting operations on-site. The role blends daily oversight of GL, AP, AR, and payroll with strategic financial planning and process improvements.

You will partner with executive leadership to drive accurate reporting, budgeting, and internal controls, while mentoring staff and strengthening systems. This is a hands-on, leadership-focused opportunity in a stable organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred but not required.
• 5–10+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Great Plains, QuickBooks Enterprise).

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations including general ledger, AP, AR, and payroll review.
• Manage month-end, quarterly-end, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and review financial statements and management reporting.
• Ensure GAAP compliance, internal controls, and audits.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Partner with leadership on financial analysis and process improvements.
• Oversee accounting systems and recommend efficiencies or upgrades.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Leadership

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Great Plains

QuickBooks Enterprise

Job description

Controller | Financial Controller | Accounting Controller | Corporate Controller | Controller
Interim Controller – Mishawaka, Indiana
Controller | Financial Controller | Accounting Controller | Corporate Controller | Controller

Salary: $95,000–$120,000 annually

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Established Organization: Join a financially stable company with growing accounting and reporting needs in the South Bend market.
• Leadership-Focused Role: Serve as the primary accounting leader, partnering closely with executive leadership.
• Hands-On & Strategic: Blend day-to-day accounting oversight with higher-level financial strategy and process improvement.
• Team Development: Opportunity to mentor and develop accounting staff while strengthening internal controls.
• Long-Term Growth: Visible role with the ability to influence systems, structure, and financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, AP, AR, and payroll review
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Prepare and review financial statements and management reporting
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and audit requirements
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Partner with leadership on financial analysis, operational decisions, and process improvements
• Oversee accounting systems and recommend efficiencies or upgrades

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred but not required)
• 5–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Great Plains, QuickBooks Enterprise, or similar)
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage deadlines, and communicate with stakeholders

Work Setting: On-site (potential flexibility depending on organization)

Location: Mishawaka, Indiana