Controller Jobs in Kansas

Controller jobs in Kansas are concentrated in manufacturing, agriculture, healthcare, and financial services, with demand running from corporate controllers at mid-market companies to division-level controllers at large enterprises. The heaviest hiring is in Wichita, Overland Park, and Kansas City, where employers such as Spirit AeroSystems, Evergy, and Cerner have established long-term finance operations. Cost accounting, consolidation, and internal controls are the most consistently sought specialties across Kansas listings. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles22
Top employerJobot
Top cityLenexa, KS
Cities hiring17
Work type100% On-site
Top industryStaffing

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City Wide Facility Solutions
Assistant Controller
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Assistant Controller
City Wide Facility Solutions
Lenexa, Kansas
Administrative & Office Support
Business Development
Customer Service
$80k - $100k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
1,001-5,000

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Assistant Controller
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Assistant Controller
MSE Audio
Lenexa, Kansas
Customer Service
Customer Support
$75k - $80k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in finance

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Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences
Project Controller
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Project Controller
Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences
Atchison, Kansas
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
51-200

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Controller (Accounting)
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Controller (Accounting)
Great Bend Industries
Great Bend, Kansas
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$85k - $105k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree in accounting

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General Dynamics Information Technology
Workstation Controller
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General Dynamics Information Technology
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Workstation Controller
General Dynamics Information Technology
Fort Leavenworth, Kansas
Business Analysis
Data Analytics
Project Management
$68k - $92k/yr
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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Controller Jobs by City in Kansas

Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Lenexa
4 jobs
Wichita
2 jobs
Overland Park
2 jobs
Meade
1 job
Paola
1 job
Salina
1 job
Topeka
1 job
Parsons
1 job
Atchison
1 job

Controller Job Market in Kansas

A snapshot from current Kansas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Jobot
Jobot2 open roles
Trueline
Trueline1 open role
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MSE Audio1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Manufacturing
  • Sports & Recreation
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Kansas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in controller jobs across Kansas.

  • CPA license active or eligible in Kansas, issued through the Kansas Board of Accountancy
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field required
  • Demonstrated experience managing month-end close, consolidations, and financial reporting
  • Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics
  • Experience supervising accounting staff and managing cross-functional finance teams
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP with exposure to cost accounting or manufacturing environments

Controller Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a controller in Kansas?

Most Kansas controllers hold a CPA license issued through the Kansas Board of Accountancy, which requires passing the Uniform CPA Examination and meeting Kansas's education and experience requirements. A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is the standard starting point. Many controllers build toward the role through senior accountant or accounting manager positions, and a CMA credential from the IMA is a recognized alternative that carries weight with Kansas manufacturing and industrial employers.

Which companies hire controllers in Kansas?

Employers hiring controllers in Kansas right now include Jobot, Trueline, and MSE Audio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Kansas's mix of aerospace manufacturers, agricultural companies, regional health systems, and energy utilities creates consistent demand for controllers at both divisional and corporate levels.

Which Kansas cities have the most controller jobs?

Lenexa, Wichita, and Overland Park account for the largest share of controller openings in Kansas. Wichita drives volume through its aerospace and manufacturing base, while Overland Park and the Kansas City metro attract corporate finance roles from technology, healthcare, and financial services employers headquartered or regionally based there.

Are there remote controller jobs in Kansas?

Yes, though they are less common than in purely analytical finance roles because controllers typically oversee staff, coordinate audits, and interact directly with operations. About 0% of controller openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with hybrid arrangements more common than fully remote. Reporting, budgeting, and consolidation work are the functions most likely to be performed off-site.

How can I get hired as a controller in Kansas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is landing a staff or senior accountant role and building toward controller over several years. Large Kansas employers in manufacturing and healthcare regularly hire accounting graduates into rotational or development programs. Roles such as accounting supervisor or assistant controller at mid-size Kansas companies serve as natural stepping stones. Sitting for the CPA exam early signals seriousness to hiring managers and meaningfully shortens the timeline to a controller title.

Where can I find and apply to controller jobs in Kansas?

You can find and apply to controller jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kansas openings. Search the roles available, identify the ones that fit your background and experience level, and apply directly to the positions that match.

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