Manufacturing Controller

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC in Plainfield, IN is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Controller to lead all accounting and financial reporting, manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes, and drive cost accounting and manufacturing reporting. You will partner with plant leadership to improve profitability and operational efficiency.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 5+ years in accounting leadership within manufacturing, and strong ERP and Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA preferred but not required.
• Experience in manufacturing and cost accounting.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting and financial reporting functions
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, and forecasts
• Oversee cost accounting, inventory accounting, and manufacturing reporting
• Monitor cash flow, internal controls, and financial compliance
• Partner with operations leadership to improve profitability and efficiency
• Coordinate audits and support tax compliance activities

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing reporting

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP system

Excel

Job description

Manufacturing Controller

Plainfield, IN | $85,000 - $100,000 + Benefits

Are you a hands-on accounting leader who thrives in a manufacturing environment? Join a growing company in Plainfield where you'll play a key role in guiding financial operations, supporting leadership decisions, and driving process improvements across the business.

Why You'll Want This Opportunity

• Competitive salary of $85,000 - $100,000
• High-impact leadership position with visibility to senior management
• Stable manufacturing environment with long-term growth potential
• Opportunity to influence financial strategy and operational performance
• Work closely with plant leadership and executive teams
• Ability to improve processes, reporting, and internal controls
• Broad exposure to accounting, finance, operations, and business planning
• Collaborative team culture with autonomy to make an impact

What You'll Do

• Lead all accounting and financial reporting functions
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, and forecasts
• Oversee cost accounting, inventory accounting, and manufacturing reporting
• Monitor cash flow, internal controls, and financial compliance
• Partner with operations leadership to improve profitability and efficiency
• Coordinate audits and support tax compliance activities

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience
• Manufacturing and cost accounting experience required
• Experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Senior Accounting Manager
• Strong ERP system and advanced Excel skills
• CPA preferred but not required