In Michiana, January and Q1 are when the gears really start turning again—budgets unlock, teams regroup, and hiring managers finally have time to act. It’s also when top talent quietly begins exploring new opportunities. At Integritas, we know that if you’re building out your HR and accounting bench, upgrading your IT infrastructure, or filling key professional manufacturing/engineering roles, January, February, and March are prime times to connect. We’re seeing strong movement across all three sectors, with vetted, local candidates ready to make an impact.
Meet this month’s hot picks below— poised to hit the ground running.SENIOR ACCOUNTANT – With six years in manufacturing and two years in public. Ready for next assignment while bringing along well-earned skills in AR, AP, inventory, payroll, bank recs, reconciliations, analysis work, month-end close, financial reporting, and report building. Excel whiz, working toward CPA.
HANDS-ON HIGH LEVEL CHRO – Known for steering manufacturing organizations through complex change, this leader has built positive, high‑performance cultures across both union and non‑union environments while serving as a trusted advisor to C‑suite leaders and plant management. With a history of shaping engaged, resilient workforces and serving in key roles on senior leadership teams, this HR executive brings the steady, strategic influence that strengthens operations and accelerates organizational growth.
CFO/CONTROLLER – Amazing experience across manufacturing, energy, and service facilities; this professional has a robust background in standard cost implementation, ERP systems, SIOP forecasting and planning, purchase accounting, and cost accounting. Has successfully managed employee training and development, banking relationships in foreign countries, and company mergers and integrations. Technical expertise spans Microsoft GP, SAP, AS400, MS Visual Basic, Microsoft NAV, Microsoft Business Central, QuickBooks Enterprise, QBO, and TCM ERP systems – a versatile and highly skilled asset in any organization!
SEASONED ACCOUNTING EXECUTIVE! 20+ year career with leadership in finance, HR, and business ownership. This candidate has an excellent track record across industries and has led financial operations and multiple entrepreneurial ventures. Skilled in board-level reporting and global consolidation frameworks. From managing payroll for 140 employees to mentoring junior staff, optimizing cost structures, and running audits, this pro would be a great addition to any team!
SEASONED AUTOMOTIVE/AEROSPACE FINANCIAL PROFESSIONAL – Available for TEMP!
Deep roots in automotive and aerospace manufacturing and a track record of success across multiple Fortune 50 firms. Backed by an MBA in Finance from Michigan State and a relentless drive for operational excellence, has led finance functions that directly impact performance, waste elimination, and global competitiveness. Leadership style is metrics-driven, improvement-focused, and built for scale!
LOCAL BUSINESS LEADERSHIP TALENT! A South Bend native and Notre Dame alum has had an excellent career in business operations, management, sales, marketing campaigns, customer service, employee hiring and training, and product ordering with manufacturers and dealers. A business closure led to a role in recent years that has been more sales-focused. This professional is highly respected in the local community and is known for reliability and high integrity. Very open to roles in either sales or leadership/management positions for a local business!
BI-LINGUAL STAFF ACCOUNTANT! An Elkhart native who grew up in a working-class family, the first one to graduate from college, having worked while attending classes, is working with Integritas to find a new opportunity. Open to temporary project work while searching for a permanent position, jobs in Elkhart, South Bend, or southwest Michigan are all in consideration. Roles worked recently have been in manufacturing, including inventory and cost projects, as well as more detailed general accounting tasks! This level of candidate won’t be around for long!
SENIOR IT MANAGER – This candidate is a versatile leader whose core strength is infrastructure and IT operations management, with a strong foundation in strategic planning, budgeting, and full-lifecycle IT management. Possesses deep technical expertise in Microsoft ecosystems, including Azure, Entra ID, Powershell and Office 365, alongside hands-on experience in virtualization and ERP solution support. Throughout his career, he has maintained a focus on robust cybersecurity frameworks based on NIST and CISA standards, while also drafting comprehensive disaster recovery and business continuity plans. His background bridges the gap between high-level technical tasks and daily operations, ensuring that infrastructures remain secure, scalable, and efficient. He has a proven track record of developing strong vendor relationships and streamlining internal processes to reduce response times and improve inventory accuracy. This candidate possesses a personality that meshes well with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, allowing him to translate complex requirements into actionable business goals. This unique blend of emotional intelligence and technical certification makes him an asset to any organization looking to align IT strategy with long-term growth in a diverse IT environment.
MOTIVATED IT PROFESSIONAL – This candidate is a highly motivated IT professional with a robust educational background in both Cybersecurity and Business Management. He holds a suite of core industry certifications, including A+, Network+, Security+, and CCNA, demonstrating a strong technical foundation in networking and security protocols. His experience spans from monitoring critical infrastructure in data center environments to providing comprehensive help desk and web host support for complex platforms like WordPress and Joomla. He is proficient in a variety of technical domains, including Python, Hyper-V, Meraki, endpoint management, and DNS and SSL certificate administration. Beyond his technical capabilities, he brings a unique perspective shaped by a background in finance and collegiate athletics, which has instilled a high degree of discipline and “grit.”
INFORMATION SYSTEMS DIRECTOR– This candidate is a strategic leader specializing in enterprise applications, information architecture, and large-scale digital transformation. He has a distinguished track record of leading development and data teams through complex mergers and acquisitions, including the seamless migration of legacy systems under aggressive timelines. His technical expertise is vast, spanning cloud-based ERP implementations such as NetSuite and Dynamics 365, modernizing server infrastructure to SaaS/PaaS solutions, and developing custom Power Apps. A disciplined project manager, he excels at establishing formalized software development life cycles and managing multi-vendor software budgets while maintaining a focus on user experience and business process automation. He possesses a personality that meshes well with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, allowing him to act as a bridge between developers and executive leadership to solve real-world business problems. Driven by a mission of continuous learning and mentorship, he consistently delivers high-impact solutions that align technological innovation with fiscal responsibility. Well-suited for high-growth firms needing leadership through M&A or massive ERP shifts where enterprise apps and digital transformation drive IT initiatives.
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