Manufacturing Controller

CFS; Brownsburg (IN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS, a growing manufacturing company in Brownsburg, Indiana, is seeking a Manufacturing Controller to lead accounting operations, improve financial reporting, and provide strategic financial guidance that shapes business decisions.

You will partner with operations to drive profitability, own month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and audits; manage and develop the accounting team; and ensure compliance with GAAP. CPA/CMA preferred; ERP and advanced Excel required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance leadership experience, preferably within manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting and manufacturing financial processes.
• Experience managing month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• ERP system experience and advanced Excel skills.
• CPA or CMA designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily accounting operations, including general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting
• Manage and develop accounting staff while fostering accountability and continuous improvement
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities
• Partner with manufacturing and operational leaders to improve profitability and control costs
• Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies
• Coordinate audits, tax reporting, and regulatory requirements
• Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory valuation, and operational performance metrics

Skills

Cost accounting

Financial leadership

Advanced Excel

ERP systems

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Location: Brownsburg, IN

Salary: $95,000 - $115,000 + Benefits

Lead Financial Performance in a Growing Manufacturing Environment

Are you an experienced accounting and finance professional looking for an opportunity to lead, influence, and make a measurable impact? We are seeking a Manufacturing Controller to oversee accounting operations, enhance financial reporting, and provide strategic financial guidance for a well-established manufacturing organization in the Brownsburg area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who enjoys partnering with operations, improving processes, and driving business performance.

What's In It For You?

• Competitive salary of $95,000 - $115,000
• Opportunity to lead and develop an accounting team
• High-visibility role with executive leadership
• Ability to make a meaningful impact on business decisions
• Stable and growing manufacturing environment
• Collaborative culture with strong cross-functional partnerships
• Opportunity to improve systems, processes, and financial controls
• Comprehensive benefits package and paid time off
• Career growth potential within the organization

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily accounting operations, including general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting
• Manage and develop accounting staff while fostering accountability and continuous improvement
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities
• Partner with manufacturing and operational leaders to improve profitability and control costs
• Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies
• Coordinate audits, tax reporting, and regulatory requirements
• Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory valuation, and operational performance metrics

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance leadership experience, preferably within manufacturing
• Strong understanding of cost accounting and manufacturing financial processes
• Experience managing month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• ERP system experience and advanced Excel skills
• CPA or CMA designation preferred

If you're ready to take ownership of a key financial leadership role and contribute to the success of a growing manufacturing organization, we'd love to hear from you.

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