Controller

Join our growing team! This position is located in Hixton, WI. Superior Fresh is an industry-leading land based Atlantic salmon producer. Our state-of-the-art, aquaculture practices land-based recirculation aquaculture system is the first in the United States to raise Atlantic salmon. At Superior Fresh, we produce the freshest, healthiest food available year-round, while maintaining the highest sustainability standards. The Controller is responsible for the collection and organization of financial data used in business decision making to lower costs and increase financial efficiencies throughout the farm. Work with teams to focus on process improvements and cost reductions. Maintain and validate costs for all raw materials, work-in-process and final products. Develop internal control procedures and policies to improve data collection and reporting for all costs associated with operational efficiencies. Key responsibility to form and focus management teams on cost reduction programs, quality improvements and process improvements. Present recommendations to management through financial analysis and reporting. Primary Job Functions Ensure accurate, timely monthly closings within a 7-10 day target. Prepare financial statements, variance analyses, and management reports for leadership. Maintain GAAP compliance and strong internal controls tailored to aquaculture operations. Build and maintain detailed cost accounting for feed, labor, energy, processing, packaging, logistics, and inventory. Own and update the COGS model with clear target vs. actual visibility. Partner with Operations and R&D to quantify impacts of trials, feed changes, mortalities, yields, off-flavor mitigation, and SOP improvements. Standardize cost tracking for new farm development and expansions. Lead annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes. Analyze variances and provide proactive financial insights. Support cash flow modeling, working capital optimization, and scenario planning. Design and enforce financial controls across multi-state operations. Ensure accurate biological asset accounting, inventory valuation, and capitalization of long-term assets. Maintain audit readiness for lenders, state incentive programs, and tax authorities. Improve and automate accounting workflows using available automation tools. Create and maintain SOPs and work instructions. Promote a culture of accountability, accuracy, and operational transparency. Collaborate closely with Operations, R&D, Sales, HR, and executive leadership. Provide financial guidance for strategic initiatives such as market expansion, e-commerce/DTC development, and RAS farm buildouts. Deliver data-driven insights to support the CEO. Exhibit a high degree of professionalism, in accordance with Superior Fresh's core values. Role Requirements Must be willing to travel to multiple farm sites on an as-needed basis to support month-end close, audits, inventory counts, capital project reviews, and operational alignment. Expected to be on-site to validate financial data, observe processes directly, and ensure accounting practices accurately reflect operational reality. Maintains strong cross-site communication and ensures consistent financial controls and documentation between multiple sites.

Estimated travel frequency:

1-2 trips per month , with flexibility for additional travel during budgeting cycles, audits, or major issues. Secondary Job Functions Maintain reliable attendance. Actively participate in meetings, training, and education. Assist with training other employees and providing backup. Provide back up to other team members. Complete other assignments and special projects as requested.

Job Qualifications Education:

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or other related field

Experience:

7+ years progressive accounting experience; 3+ in a Controller or Assistant Controller role Experience in RAS aquaculture, seafood processing, or CPG. Background in multi-site or multi-entity accounting. Ability to design and improve SOP-driven systems. Experience scaling accounting systems through high-growth phases. Licenses or Certifications Driver's License, CPA or CMA certification preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Manufacturing costing and inventory control systems Operational accounting performance measurements Bills of material, labor routings Activity based costing and overhead application methods Documents management system Working knowledge of Continuous Improvement Records management Excellent oral and written communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills Encourage the building of mutual trust, respect and cooperation among team members. Effective time management and organizational skills. Work independently as well as in a team environment. Analytical and problem-solving skills. Analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems. Maintain confidentiality. Handle multiple projects simultaneously within established time constraints. Perform under strong demands in a fast-paced environment. Set priorities and work with minimal direction and supervision. Proficient computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite, advanced user in Excel Secondary Job Functions This section describes the secondary responsibilities that this job performs. Maintain reliable attendance. Actively participate in meetings, training and education. Assist with training other employees and providing backup. Complete other assignments and special projects as requested. Schedule Expectations 1. Primary hours to be first shift, modified as needed to support operations. 2. May include some evenings, weekends. 3. Flexible and willing to work extended hours, when necessary. 4. Travel up to 30%.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you now or in the future require visa sponsorship to continue working in the U.S.A.?

Work Location:

In person