Strategic Corporate Controller: Lead Finance & Growth

CFS

Indianapolis (IN)

On-site

USD 87,000 - 115,000

Full time

34 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Executive leadership exposure
Accounting processes optimization
Autonomy
Internal controls improvement
Growth potential
Cross-functional exposure

Job summary

CFS in Indianapolis, Indiana is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead all accounting operations, own the close, and drive the financial strategy for a growing organization.

You will partner with executives, strengthen internal controls, mentor staff, and ensure GAAP compliance while guiding budgeting, forecasting, and audits across the company.

This high-impact role offers autonomy, cross-functional exposure, and the chance to scale systems and processes for sustained growth.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred.
  • 7–10+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
  • 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

Leadership
GAAP knowledge
Budgeting
Forecasting
Audits
Financial reporting
Regulatory compliance
People management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA

Job description

CFS in Indianapolis, Indiana is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead all accounting operations, own the close, and drive the financial strategy for a growing organization.

You will partner with executives, strengthen internal controls, mentor staff, and ensure GAAP compliance while guiding budgeting, forecasting, and audits across the company.

This high-impact role offers autonomy, cross-functional exposure, and the chance to scale systems and processes for sustained growth.

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