Controller

Job Title: Controller

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Controller to lead our financial operations, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and strategic financial planning. This role requires a proactive approach to managing accounting functions, tax compliance, and financial reporting in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes with accurate and timely reporting.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, FAR accounting principles, and compensation-related regulations.
• Oversee multi-state tax filings, payroll compliance, and workers’ compensation requirements.
• Develop and maintain standardized accounting and month-end close procedures with strong internal controls.
• Build and manage rolling 12-week cash flow forecasts to support proactive financial planning.
• Drive year-end financial projections and coordinate tax planning with external partners.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a six-person accounting team.
• Oversee AP, AR, billing, and project-based revenue cycles.
• Partner with project managers on WIP schedules, job costing, and project profitability.
• Prepare and present financial reports, KPIs, and variance analyses to leadership.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across departments.
• Support external audits and lender reporting requirements.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve ERP utilization (Deltek Ajera).

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 7–12 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within engineering, architecture, construction, or other project-based industries.
• Strong understanding of revenue recognition, percentage-of-completion, and WIP (work-in-progress) accounting.
• Experience with multi-state tax and multi-state payroll.
• Ability to supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff.
• Proficiency in Deltek Ajera or a comparable project-based ERP system.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
• Experience managing month-end and year-end close processes.
• Ability to analyze financial performance and present insights to leadership.
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with operations, project managers, and executive leadership.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• CPA or MBA (Finance) preferred.
• Experience working within S-Corporation tax structures.
• Familiarity with FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation) accounting principles.
• Experience in professional services or engineering consulting environments.
• Experience supporting external audits and banking relationships.
• Prior involvement in process improvement or ERP optimization initiatives.

Work Environment

This is a hybrid work environment, offering flexibility and a supportive, family-oriented culture. The company provides comprehensive benefits, including a generous 401(k) plan, robust medical insurance, life insurance, PTO, bonus and profit-sharing opportunities. We value growth opportunities and collaboration, fostering a fun and engaging workplace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52.88 - $60.01/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Indianapolis,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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