Controller

Controller at Frontier Co-op Controller at Frontier Co-op in Norway, Iowa Posted in 4 days ago.

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Full-Time Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Controller to join our Finance Team, in this role you will lead the accounting operations of the company, to include the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the companys reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Plans, directs and coordinates all accounting operational functions; including the oversight of revenue, accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory, tax, membership, cost accounting, prepaids, operating expenses, capital expenses, accruals, and general accountingAssesses accounting operations, offering recommendations for improvement and implementing new processesOversee the Companys bi-annual standard cost roll process to accurately reflect manufacturing activities BOMs, routings, labor and overhead absorption, product, material and supply costsEnsure accurate inventory valuation including WIP, finished goods, reserves, and obsolescenceEstablishes, monitors and enforces accounting policies and proceduresEstablishes, monitors and enforces internal controls which provides for the safe-guarding of the Companys assets and assures the accurate and timely reporting of the Companys financial results and positionEnsures the successful completion of the companys regulatory filings, including tax planning and compliance with local, state, and federal jurisdictionsManages the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for an accurate accounting of consolidated business resultsPlans, organizes, and coordinates timely and accurate monthly periodic close in accordance with GAAPPlans, organizes, and coordinates the year-end close process with external auditorsPrepares financial statements, including balance sheet and cash flow statementsDevelops and monitors business performance metrics that provide cost savings tracking, budget adherence, visibility to margins and overall profitabilityPlanning, budgeting and authorizing expenditures as neededEvaluates the effectiveness of accounting software and supporting database, as neededHires, trains and retains competent accounting staff; and designs an organizational structure adequate for achieving the departments goals and objectivesProvide leadership and development opportunities for the Finance department employeesManages external relationships with banks, lessors, insurance, finance department vendors and consultant facilitating effective and efficient back-office support of day-to-day transactionsProvides management with information vital to the decision-making processAssists the CFO with establishing and implementing short- and long-range departmental goals and objectivesStrives to reduce waste, recycle products whenever possible, and re-use resources when practicalWorks safely at all times, follows safety rules and policies and participates in scheduled trainingReports injuries and near misses promptly and in required detailed format; proposes corrective actionOther duties as may be assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Possess the ability to coach and mentor to optimize capabilities and ensure financial transactions are reported accurately and timely. This position oversees the Finance departments functional teams for revenue, expenses, inventory cost, tax and equity and has an extended reporting umbrella of 14 to 20 employees.

Reinforces a safety culture:

leads by example, reminds employees to work safely, praises good behavior and safe practices, encourages suggestions, communicates consequences for unsafe acts, holds employees accountable, disciplines employees when warranted.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Functional and Technical Learning:

Picks up on technical things quickly, can learn new skills and knowledge, is good at learning new industry, company, product, or technical knowledge; willing to maintain professional and technical knowledge.

Knowledge of GAAPDrive For Results:

Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully, is constantly and consistently one of the top performers, very bottom-line oriented, steadfastly pushes self and others for results

Problem Solving:

Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions, probes all fruitful sources for answers, can see hidden problems, is excellent at honest analysis, looks beyond the obvious and doesn't stop at the first answers

Process Management:

Good at figuring out the processes necessary to get things done, knows how to organize people and activities, understands how to separate and combine tasks into efficient work flow, knows what to measure and how to measure it, can see opportunities for synergy and integration where others can't, can simplify complex processes, gets more out of fewer resources

Business Acumen:

Knows how businesses work, knowledgeable in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, and information affecting his/her business and organization, knows the competition, is aware of how strategies and tactics work in the marketplace. Preferably has consumer packaged goods or manufacturing experience.

Decision Quality:

Makes good decisions (without considering how much time it takes) based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment, most of his/her solutions and suggestions turn out to be correct and accurate when judged over time, sought out by others for advice and solutions.

Ethics and Values:

Adheres to appropriate and effective set of core values and beliefs during both good and bad times, acts in line with those values, rewards the right values and disapproves of others, practices what he/she preaches

Organizational Agility:

Knowledgeable about how organizations work, knows how to get things done both through formal channels and the informal network, understands the origin and reasoning behind key policies, practices, and procedures, understands the cultures of organizations. EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or finance or related field from four-year college or university; and 8-10 years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Masters degree, CPA and CMA is preferred. Must have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint. Experience with Tier 2 or higher ERP software and strong knowledge of data management. Familiarity of database software, and other business software such as Enterprise Content Management, Infor, Oracle, and Power

BI. LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze and interpret such items as general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or simple governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, or procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present financial information.

QUANTITATIVE SKILLS

Must be able to calculate figures and amounts for all bookkeeping and budgets. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to use a computer to create spreadsheets, charts and reports and analyze and apply information to make practical, day-to-day business decisions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and/or fingers to type, handle, or feel; and view a computer monitor or video display.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Primarily in an office environment. Periodic weekend or evening work is expected. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

NOTE:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.