Senior Controller — Lead Finance & GAAP Reporting

Edwards Electrical & Mechanical Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

MEPX seeks an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations and financial reporting, partnering with the President and operating leaders. The role oversees monthly close, budgeting, forecasting, job-cost accounting, and WIP reporting, and leads the Accounting team with strong governance and controls.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Accounting, 10+ years in accounting and finance with leadership, and GAAP expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• Ten+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience with leadership responsibility.
• Financial systems, internal controls, budgeting, and audit experience.
• CPA or advanced degree preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, reporting, forecasting, and controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and prepare financial statements and analyses.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and coordinate financial reviews with the President.
• Oversee job costing, WIP, revenue recognition, and project financial controls.
• Manage budgeting, internal controls, and accounting operations including AP/AR, inventory, fixed assets, and audits.
• Provide administrative oversight to HR & Payroll leadership and integrate payroll reporting with GL.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA or advanced degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

MEPX seeks an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations and financial reporting, partnering with the President and operating leaders. The role oversees monthly close, budgeting, forecasting, job-cost accounting, and WIP reporting, and leads the Accounting team with strong governance and controls.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Accounting, 10+ years in accounting and finance with leadership, and GAAP expertise.