Controller

Position Title: Controller
Location: Fishers, IN (FULLY ON SITE)
Schedule: Full-time | Standard business hours
Reports To: Director of Finance

We are seeking an experienced Controller to join our team in a highly visible, audit-focused role. This Controller position will play a critical part in supporting an ongoing audit and acting as the primary liaison with an external CPA firm. The ideal Controller is detail-oriented, highly organized, and thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

This Controller role is heavily involved in audit preparation and execution, making it ideal for a professional with a strong background in accounting and audit coordination. The Controller will work closely with leadership and external auditors to ensure accurate, timely, and complete financial reporting.

Audit Leadership & CPA Firm Coordination (Primary Focus)

• Serve as the main point of contact between the company and the external CPA firm
• Lead audit preparation efforts, including gathering and organizing required documentation
• Pull financial reports and supporting data from accounting systems
• Respond to auditor requests and ensure timely follow-up
• Assist in establishing processes and workflows for a first-year audit engagement

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare audit schedules and ad hoc financial reports
• Utilize Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs) to analyze and present data
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records during audit review

Operational Accounting Support

• Oversee and organize accounting communications, including high-volume email management
• Assist with day-to-day accounting priorities as needed during audit cycle
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather required financial information

Required:

• Proven experience as a Controller or in a senior accounting role with audit exposure
• Strong background supporting or leading audits with external CPA firms
• Proficiency in accounting systems (QuickBooks Online preferred)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs required)
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Preferred:

• CPA designation (not required)
• Experience in first-time audit environments

• High-accountability environment with a strong emphasis on punctuality and performance
• Collaborative team with daily communication and leadership interaction
• Casual dress code

The ideal Controller is proactive, communicative, and comfortable operating under tight deadlines. This Controller should be confident working directly with auditors and leadership while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism. A successful Controller in this role will bring structure, responsiveness, and strong audit expertise to the team.
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