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Controller

Great Lakes Forest Products, Inc
Elkhart, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 7/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/18/2026

Controller

Location: Elkhart County, IN

Compensation: $125,000 (commensurate with experience)

Job Type: Full-Time


About Us

Join a stable and growing family-owned company where work-life balance matters. Our strong leadership, long-term vision, and commitment to sustainable performance create an environment where employees can thrive professionally and personally. We are an industry-leading supplier to the RV industry, proudly headquartered in Elkhart County, Indiana. With 500 employees across 7 locations, we have built a strong reputation for quality, service, and long-term customer relationships. Our continued growth creates opportunities for talented individuals to join our team and make a meaningful impact across the organization.


Position Summary

We are seeking a driven, motivated, and hands-on Controller to lead our accounting and financial operations. This role will play a key part in managing the month-end close process, producing accurate and timely financial statements, and providing actionable insights through cost studies and margin analysis.

This position is ideal for a proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys digging into financial data, and is passionate about improving processes while supporting strategic decision-making.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and completeness
  • Oversee the preparation and delivery of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
  • Conduct cost studies and profitability analysis to drive operational and pricing decisions
  • Perform detailed margin analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
  • Manage and monitor import activities, including financial tracking, cost allocation, and compliance support
  • Oversee general accounting functions including general ledger, reconciliations, and internal controls
  • Ensure accuracy of inventory accounting and cost of goods sold
  • Develop and maintain financial reporting processes and KPIs for leadership
  • Identify inefficiencies and lead process improvement initiatives across accounting and finance
  • Mentor and develop accounting staff, fostering a high-performance team environment


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
  • 5–10 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including leadership responsibilities
  • Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and cost accounting principles
  • Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or inventory-driven environments strongly preferred
  • ERP experience required
  • Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage deadlines, and drive results
  • Strong problem-solving mindset with attention to detail


What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation package with performance-based growth
  • Stable, growing family-owned company with strong leadership and long-term vision
  • A culture that prioritizes work-life balance and sustainable performance
  • Leadership role with high visibility and impact across the organization
  • Opportunity to influence operations through financial insight and process improvement
  • Collaborative, team-oriented environment that values ownership and problem solving
  • Comprehensive benefits package (health, retirement, PTO, etc.)
  • Stable, growing family-owned company with strong leadership and long-term vision
  • A culture that prioritizes work-life balance and sustainable performance 


Salary : $125,000

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