Strategic Corporate Controller - Lead Finance & Growth

CFS; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 87,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Executive leadership exposure

Autonomy in role

Opportunity to optimize accounting ops

Mentor accounting staff

Strategic financial planning

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead the accounting function and shape financial strategy. You will own close processes, GAAP reporting, and internal controls, while guiding budgeting, forecasting, and cross-functional financial decisions.

With 7–10+ years of accounting leadership, you’ll mentor staff, influence executive leadership, and help scale systems and processes to support strategic growth in a growing organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required with CPA strongly preferred.
• 7–10+ years of progressive accounting experience including leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Proven ability to manage processes, people and deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, reporting, and close processes.
• Lead the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Develop and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support leadership decisions.
• Coordinate audits and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Accounting leadership

GAAP knowledge

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Auditing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA certification preferred

Job description

CFS is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead the accounting function and shape financial strategy. You will own close processes, GAAP reporting, and internal controls, while guiding budgeting, forecasting, and cross-functional financial decisions.

With 7–10+ years of accounting leadership, you’ll mentor staff, influence executive leadership, and help scale systems and processes to support strategic growth in a growing organization.