Controller Jobs in Kentucky
Controller jobs in Kentucky are concentrated in Louisville, Lexington, and the Cincinnati-adjacent Northern Kentucky corridor, where finance and accounting leadership roles appear across manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics sectors at every level from assistant controller to VP of finance. Major employers with deep Kentucky roots including Humana, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky, and Ashland Inc. hire controllers for both corporate and divisional finance functions. Demand is strongest for candidates with cost accounting, financial reporting, and GAAP compliance expertise. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Purpose:
Responsible for the development of the Company’s overall financial plans, financial policies and accounting practices consistent with Marmon Policy. Performs budgeting, audit, tax, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, customer credit control, assets control and insurance activities for the company. Has specific responsibility for developing, coordinating and analyzing necessary and appropriate financial data for all departments of the business. Oversees G/L reconciliations, journal entries and all other aspects related to close. Consolidate the performance of Marmon-Herrington (M-H) for reporting to HD Components & Modification (HDCM) management.
Job Duties:
1. Prepares and performs month end closing procedures for the Company in compliance with accounting standards under US GAAP
2. Prepare and review balance sheets, profit and loss statements, reconciliations, and other financial reports which include analyzing and explaining trends, costs, revenues, and financial metrics incurred to predict future revenues and expenses. Reports organization’s finances to management.
3. Compile monthly, quarterly, and annual forecast data to include narrative for differences to Board book forecast, budget, and prior year.
4. Understand and supervise all daily accounting functions to include accounts payable, inventory accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and payroll.
5. Maintains integrity of general ledger and performs monthly review and reconciliation of all ledger accounts.
6. Conducts analysis, provides data and reports on variances, monthly and semi-annual budgets, forecast, ledgers, and other information.
7. Maintains a strong business relationship with customers, vendors, and colleagues to meet business goals and objectives
8. Manage relationships and communications with internal and external auditors.
9. Assist the M-H President in facilitating current and long-range business planning, strategic planning and disaster planning.
10. Participate as a member of M-H’s Executive Management Team.
11. Establish and maintain systems to track business trends, including labor utilization and costs, direct and indirect materials and supplies, scrap and salvage costs, administrative expenses, etc.
12. Oversee timely collections of receivables and disbursement of payables.
13. Responsible for monitoring the accurate control and reporting of inventory, including annual physical inventories.
14. Responsible for analyzing selling price, product cost and contribution margin reports while collaborating with sales, supply chain and/or other M-H support teams to identify and recommend actionable plans or rules.
15. Review capital expenditures as appropriate, verifying payback calculations and assuring adherence to Marmon Policy.
16. Assist with administration of participation in the Marmon Employee’s Retirement Plan (MERP).
17. Facilitate development of capital and expense plans.
18. Plan, manage and control tax law and financial regulation compliance and reporting.
19. Adhoc projects, analyses, process improvements and cross-functional initiatives as needed.
Reporting Structure:
Reports directly to the M-H President with indirect reporting to HDCM Platform Controller with one Senior Accountant direct report.
Worker Education and Experience:
· Four-year degree in accounting (required)
· MBA/CPA completed or in progress (preferred)
· At least 5-7 years of progressive accounting and managerial experience with demonstrated increases in responsibilities. Manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
Required Skills:
· Exceptional personal leadership skills
· Experience in operational finance
· Experience with SOX and GAAP
· Experience with Microsoft Office programs including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
· Must have a high energy level and be willing to accept and deal with change and perform all accounting tasks as necessary
· Must be able to build strong relationships with peers and colleagues in the sales, accounting, engineering, and operations functions
· Must be able to work under time constraints and deadlines and produce accurate results
· Must be able to successfully manage multiple projects
· Must be comfortable in a high visibility position
· Some minimal travel required
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Job Purpose:
Responsible for the development of the Company’s overall financial plans, financial policies and accounting practices consistent with Marmon Policy. Performs budgeting, audit, tax, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, customer credit control, assets control and insurance activities for the company. Has specific responsibility for developing, coordinating and analyzing necessary and appropriate financial data for all departments of the business. Oversees G/L reconciliations, journal entries and all other aspects related to close. Consolidate the performance of Marmon-Herrington (M-H) for reporting to HD Components & Modification (HDCM) management.
Job Duties:
1. Prepares and performs month end closing procedures for the Company in compliance with accounting standards under US GAAP
2. Prepare and review balance sheets, profit and loss statements, reconciliations, and other financial reports which include analyzing and explaining trends, costs, revenues, and financial metrics incurred to predict future revenues and expenses. Reports organization’s finances to management.
3. Compile monthly, quarterly, and annual forecast data to include narrative for differences to Board book forecast, budget, and prior year.
4. Understand and supervise all daily accounting functions to include accounts payable, inventory accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and payroll.
5. Maintains integrity of general ledger and performs monthly review and reconciliation of all ledger accounts.
6. Conducts analysis, provides data and reports on variances, monthly and semi-annual budgets, forecast, ledgers, and other information.
7. Maintains a strong business relationship with customers, vendors, and colleagues to meet business goals and objectives
8. Manage relationships and communications with internal and external auditors.
9. Assist the M-H President in facilitating current and long-range business planning, strategic planning and disaster planning.
10. Participate as a member of M-H’s Executive Management Team.
11. Establish and maintain systems to track business trends, including labor utilization and costs, direct and indirect materials and supplies, scrap and salvage costs, administrative expenses, etc.
12. Oversee timely collections of receivables and disbursement of payables.
13. Responsible for monitoring the accurate control and reporting of inventory, including annual physical inventories.
14. Responsible for analyzing selling price, product cost and contribution margin reports while collaborating with sales, supply chain and/or other M-H support teams to identify and recommend actionable plans or rules.
15. Review capital expenditures as appropriate, verifying payback calculations and assuring adherence to Marmon Policy.
16. Assist with administration of participation in the Marmon Employee’s Retirement Plan (MERP).
17. Facilitate development of capital and expense plans.
18. Plan, manage and control tax law and financial regulation compliance and reporting.
19. Adhoc projects, analyses, process improvements and cross-functional initiatives as needed.
Reporting Structure:
Reports directly to the M-H President with indirect reporting to HDCM Platform Controller with one Senior Accountant direct report.
Worker Education and Experience:
· Four-year degree in accounting (required)
· MBA/CPA completed or in progress (preferred)
· At least 5-7 years of progressive accounting and managerial experience with demonstrated increases in responsibilities. Manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
Required Skills:
· Exceptional personal leadership skills
· Experience in operational finance
· Experience with SOX and GAAP
· Experience with Microsoft Office programs including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
· Must have a high energy level and be willing to accept and deal with change and perform all accounting tasks as necessary
· Must be able to build strong relationships with peers and colleagues in the sales, accounting, engineering, and operations functions
· Must be able to work under time constraints and deadlines and produce accurate results
· Must be able to successfully manage multiple projects
· Must be comfortable in a high visibility position
· Some minimal travel required
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Controller Job Market in Kentucky
A snapshot from current Kentucky openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Automotive
- Manufacturing
- Staffing & Recruiting
What Kentucky Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in controller jobs across Kentucky.
- CPA license issued or recognized by the Kentucky State Board of Accountancy required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a directly related field required
- Seven or more years of progressive accounting experience including supervisory responsibility
- Deep knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting standards, and internal controls
- Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics
- Experience managing month-end and year-end close processes for mid-size or large organizations
Controller Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a controller in Kentucky?
Most Kentucky controller roles require a CPA license issued or recognized by the Kentucky State Board of Accountancy, which administers the Uniform CPA Examination and requires a bachelor's degree with qualifying accounting coursework. Beyond licensure, employers typically expect several years of progressive accounting experience, often in audit, public accounting, or a senior accounting role. Strong candidates have closed books for a full organization and managed at least one direct report.
Which companies hire controllers in Kentucky?
Kentucky controller roles are posted by Atlas Air, ZF, and KFC and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Kentucky's mix of large healthcare systems, automotive manufacturers, and regional financial services firms makes it a consistent market for controller-level finance talent.
Which Kentucky cities have the most controller jobs?
Louisville, Erlanger, and Lexington account for the largest share of controller openings in Kentucky. Louisville drives volume through its concentration of Fortune 500 and large regional employers in healthcare and logistics, Lexington draws from its university-anchored economy and growing professional services sector, and Northern Kentucky benefits from its proximity to Cincinnati's dense corporate base just across the state line.
Are there remote controller jobs in Kentucky?
Yes, and more than many finance roles. About 38% of controller openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the work centers on analysis, reporting, and system management rather than on-site operations. Financial reporting, budgeting, and consolidations are the functions most commonly performed remotely, while audit coordination and team oversight tend to require occasional in-office presence.
How can I get hired as a controller in Kentucky with little or no experience?
The most realistic path into a controller role without direct experience is through a senior accountant or accounting manager position at a Kentucky hospital system, manufacturing firm, or regional bank, where internal promotions into the controller seat are common. Large Kentucky employers such as University of Kentucky HealthCare and regional community banks regularly hire staff accountants and give them exposure to close processes and consolidations. Earning CPA licensure through the Kentucky State Board of Accountancy while building that base significantly accelerates the transition.
Where can I find and apply to controller jobs in Kentucky?
You can find and apply to controller jobs in Kentucky on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kentucky openings. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and location preference, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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