Controller, Accounting, Financial Reporting

Job Description

The Controller will oversee day‑to‑day accounting operations while supporting higher‑level financial responsibilities typically associated with a controller role. This individual will manage core accounting functions, ensure accurate job costing, support project managers with financial insights, and help strengthen internal processes as the company continues to scale.

• Oversee daily accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll review, and general ledger maintenance.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage bank reconciliations, credit card reconciliations, and cash flow tracking.
• Maintain accurate job costing and work closely with project managers to track budgets, labor, materials, and change orders.
• Support project billing, progress invoicing, and retention tracking.
• Analyze project profitability and provide financial insights to leadership.
• Strengthen internal controls, accounting workflows, and documentation.
• Assist in implementing or optimizing accounting systems and reporting tools.
• Support year‑end audit preparation and coordination with external accountants.
• Assist leadership with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Provide financial reporting and KPI dashboards to support operational decision‑making.
• Serve as a key point of contact for financial questions across the organization.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• 5‑10 years of accounting experience.
• Construction experience is a must.
• Strong understanding of industrial services or manufacturing job costing.
• Experience with WIP schedules and project‑based accounting.
• Proficiency with construction accounting software such as Sage, View, or Quick Books Contractor.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to partner with field teams, leadership, and project managers.

• Experience in general ledger, financial reporting, and cost accounting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

The role is based in‑office from Monday to Friday. The company specializes in industrial contracting and metal fabrication, offering a fast‑paced and hands‑on work environment with multiple active projects.

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

The pay range for this position is $36.00–$45.67/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 fully onsite position in Indianapolis, IN.

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 12, 2026.

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 Clearly Rated 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 astoncarter for other accommodation options.