Controller

We are looking for an experienced Controller to join a metal fabrication organization near Indianapolis, Indiana on a Contract basis. This role will oversee core accounting operations, support accurate financial reporting, and help maintain strong controls across construction-related financial activities. The ideal candidate brings hands-on expertise in close processes, general ledger management, and work-in-progress accounting within a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the monthly close cycle by coordinating timelines, preparing entries, and ensuring accounts are finalized accurately and on schedule.

• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger through detailed account analysis, balance sheet support, and timely resolution of discrepancies.

• Perform and review reconciliations across key accounts to confirm completeness, accuracy, and alignment with supporting documentation.

• Prepare internal and external financial reports, including period-end statements, and validate results before distribution to leadership.

• Monitor construction-related accounting activity with a focus on work-in-progress tracking, job cost visibility, and proper revenue and expense recognition.

• Use Sage 100 to manage accounting records, produce reports, and support day-to-day financial operations.

• Evaluate accounting processes and provide practical support for reporting continuity and operational accuracy during interim leadership coverage.

• Partner with internal stakeholders to address financial questions, explain variances, and support informed business decisions.

• At least 5 years of accounting or controllership experience, including substantial exposure to construction accounting environments.
• Demonstrated success managing month-end close activities, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Strong understanding of work-in-progress accounting, job cost reporting, and financial statement review.
• Hands-on experience using Sage 100 in an accounting setting.
• Proven ability to prepare accurate financial reporting and identify issues through detailed analysis.
• Solid knowledge of general ledger structure, balance sheet accounts, and period-end accounting controls.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and shifting priorities in a contract assignment.