The Controller will lead the financial functions for Member Coops, establishing an accounting department of internal controls and checks and balances. Job Duties Review established infrastructure to identify areas of improvement and opportunity Oversee the month end close process and produce monthly financials Attend board meetings, presenting the financials in a digestible manner Manage the balance sheet, making upper management aware of any potential issues Coordinate external audits and work with outside CPA on taxes Annual insurance renewals Benefits Administration from an accounting viewpoint, understanding how benefits impact the balance sheet Monitor the company's margins to help inform buying decisions and create efficiencies Create reporting dashboards for other department leaders, communicating financial information which impacts their departments Combine with Human Resources to manage payroll, ensuring that people receive their checks on time Budgeting and Forecasting Continually identify areas of improvement and cost savings

Requirements:

Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or Other Required 5-10 years in an accounting leadership role Cooperative or Agriculture experience is preferred, but not required CPA not required Work Environment Job functions are performed in an office environment While traveling may have contact with hazardous materials and drive/travel and work in adverse weather conditions Physical Activities & Requirements While performing the essential job functions of this position, the following is required: Continuously Manual dexterity (fingers and hands), reach with Arms & Hands, Repetitive Motion Feet & Hands, Sit Frequently Walk Occasionally Balance, bend, drive, stand, twist back & neck, crouch, kneel, stoop Must be able to speak to co-workers and customers regarding day-to-day business operations.