Strategic Controller for Growth-Driven Manufacturing

Pinnacle Partners, Inc; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

ESOP eligibility

401(k) with employer match

On-site health clinic

Job summary

Pinnacle Partners, Inc is recruiting a strategic Controller for a manufacturing client. This role leads financial strategy and operational finance during rapid growth and is on track to become CFO within about a year after the current CFO retires.

The Controller will oversee financial operations, support long-range planning, and partner with leadership while supporting the company’s ESOP ownership program and broader employee equity initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3+ years in a financial leadership role.
• Experience in a precision metal machining, fabrication, or heavy manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication across shop floor to the board room.
• ERP software proficiency and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Direct financial operations including month-end close and reporting.
• Oversee AP/AR team and assist hiring for AR role.
• Support ESOP financial projections and share repurchases.
• Partner with engineering and operations on job costing.
• Lead ERP system selection within five years.
• Participate in quarterly Board meetings with ESOP ideas.
• Collaborate on financial planning for key commodity purchases.
• Interact with outsourced IT provider as primary contact.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Analytical

Team management

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

MBA, CPA, or CMA (preferred)

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Pinnacle Partners, Inc is recruiting a strategic Controller for a manufacturing client. This role leads financial strategy and operational finance during rapid growth and is on track to become CFO within about a year after the current CFO retires.

The Controller will oversee financial operations, support long-range planning, and partner with leadership while supporting the company’s ESOP ownership program and broader employee equity initiatives.