Strategic Controller: Lead Finance & ERP Modernization

Orion Placement; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 240,000 - 295,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement in Indianapolis seeks a senior finance leader to manage general ledger, cost accounting, revenue recognition, and month-end close, reporting to the CFO. Requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, 6+ years in accounting and finance, 3+ years in public accounting, and multi-site manufacturing experience.

Hybrid schedule: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote. The role partners with executives on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic initiatives, strengthens internal controls, leads ERP

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• 3+ years of public accounting experience.
• Experience in multi-site manufacturing or supply chain environments.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls.
• Advanced Excel skills and ERP systems proficiency.
• Experience with BI/reporting tools (Power BI/Tableau/Sisense/Qlik) is a plus.
• Proven leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations including general ledger, cost accounting, revenue recognition, A/P, A/R, fixed assets, and month-end close.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting under U.S. GAAP.
• Develop and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.
• Partner with executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with operations and supply chain to improve profitability and efficiency.
• Lead annual audits and liaise with external auditors.
• Drive ERP enhancements, financial reporting improvements, and automation.
• Support treasury, tax compliance, and regulatory reporting activities.
• Develop, mentor, and lead a high-performing accounting team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CMA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Power BI

Tableau

Sisense

Qlik

Advanced Excel

Job description

Orion Placement in Indianapolis seeks a senior finance leader to manage general ledger, cost accounting, revenue recognition, and month-end close, reporting to the CFO. Requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, 6+ years in accounting and finance, 3+ years in public accounting, and multi-site manufacturing experience.

Hybrid schedule: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote. The role partners with executives on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic initiatives, strengthens internal controls, leads ERP