Controller, South Bend

Controller Location:

South Bend, IN

Salary Range:

$80,000–$100,000 Overview A growing firm in South Bend is creating a

new Controller role

to bring family office, trust, and internal accounting functions in‑house. This is a high‑impact opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who wants ownership, visibility, and the ability to help shape a critical function of the firm. The Controller will serve as a key financial partner to leadership while overseeing day‑to‑day accounting for the firm and select high‑net‑worth family office clients.Key Responsibilities for the Controller: Family Office&Client Accounting

Lead accounting, bookkeeping, and financial reporting for family office clients

Maintain complete and accurate books; oversee month‑end and quarter‑end close

Ensure accuracy, consistency, and confidentiality across all client financials

Trust&Foundation Reporting

Oversee trust and foundation accounting and reporting

Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant reporting

Internal Firm Accounting

Manage internal firm accounting and financial reporting

Partner with leadership on budgeting, reporting, and financial insights

Strategic&Process Improvement

Help evaluate, improve, and implement accounting processes and systems

Contribute to the development of future service offerings as the firm grows

Play a leadership role as the accounting function expands

Required Experience&Qualifications for the Controller:

7+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally at the Controller or Senior Accounting Manager level

Experience with complex entities, multi‑entity accounting, or high‑net‑worth clients

Strong hands‑on accounting background (general ledger, financial statements, close process, payroll)

CPA strongly preferred; public accounting or tax exposure is a plus

Proven ability to work independently and operate in a newly created role

High level of professionalism and discretion with confidential financial information

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