Handler Announces Controller Search for Creative Packaging Solutions (CPS)
ATLANTA, GA. – October 13, 2026 — We are pleased to announce Handler’s launch of a search for a Controller for Creative Packaging Solutions (CPS). The position is located in Indianapolis, Indiana.
CPS has grown from roughly $50 million in revenue while running lean and relying on outsourced accounting. The CPA retired and they implemented Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central six months ago, CPS needs its first in-house finance leader. The Controller will build the financial structure, reporting and cost visibility needed to equip leadership with the KPI‘s required for faster decision-making, and support of planned acquisitions.
CPS is seeking a finance leader who has done the work, not just overseen it. The ideal background combines manufacturing cost accounting with operational curiosity, built in a lean company where finance spends time on the plant floor. Manufacturing experience matters more than packaging industry experience.
Qualifications:
-Corrugated or packaging industry experience preferred
-5+ years of progressive, hands-on accounting and finance experience in a manufacturing environment
-Strong manufacturing cost accounting background, including standard costs, variances and inventory
-Hands-on approach and unquestioned integrity, with a record of stable, long-tenured employment
-Highly proficient in Excel, with experience building KPIs, financial reporting and internal controls
-Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central experience strongly preferred; Power BI is a strong plus
-M&A experience desired to help lead a potential acquisition
Next steps:
- To learn more about this exciting opportunity, listen to our podcast
- Qualified and interested/Refer a Colleague/Learn more about the search, contact Search Consultant, Alex Tannis
We look forward to hearing from you.
