Interim Controller

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

Job summary

CFS in South Bend, Indiana is seeking an Interim Controller to lead all accounting operations, partnering with executive leadership on strategy and controls. This hands-on role blends daily oversight with broader financial planning, process improvements, and stronger internal controls.

You will oversee month-, quarter-, and year-end closes, ensure GAAP compliance, and mentor accounting staff while strengthening reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required (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.

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.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Great Plains

QuickBooks Enterprise

Job description

Interim Controller – South Bend, Indiana

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