Controller | Path to CFO

LHH · Ashboro, Indiana

FULL TIME

Job Description

Plant Controller

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with an SMB privately owned manufacturing plant with strong growth plans seeking a Plant Controller. This position will oversee the complete accounting and finance function while partnering closely with the General Manager, parent CFO, and operational leadership. It is open due to succession planning.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing finance leader who enjoys cost accounting, operational partnership, team development, and process improvement. The position offers high visibility, ownership of an evolving accounting environment, and a defined path toward broader financial leadership across multiple manufacturing companies.

Responsibilities

Month-End & Year-End Close

GAAP Financial Reporting

General Ledger Oversight

Cost & Job Accounting

Standard Costing & Variance Analysis

Product Costing & Quoting Support

Margin & Profitability Analysis

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

Inventory Accounting & Controls

AP, AR & Payroll Oversight

Internal Controls & Audit Readiness

ERP Implementation & Optimization

Accounting Process Improvement

Operational & Shop-Floor Partnership

Accounting Team Leadership

AI & Automation Initiatives

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience

Manufacturing or plant accounting experience required

Supervision experience required

Strong cost accounting and GAAP financial reporting background

Experience with manufacturing ERP systems

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a hands-on operating environment

CPA or MBA preferred but not required

Benefits / Highlights

Performance-based bonus opportunity

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Defined career path

Fully onsite position in west-central Indiana

Opening created by the planned retirement of a long-tenured employee

If you are interested in this job or other Accounting and Finance career opportunities from LHH Recruitment Solutions, please email Kyle Cheverko at kyle.cheverko@lhh.com or visit

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Company	LHH
Location	Ashboro, Indiana
Type	FULL TIME
Niche	Business services and administration managers

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