Chief Financial Officer - CAAS (Agribusiness, Food, and Beverage)

About the role

CLA is seeking a Chief Financial Officer with agribusiness industry experience for its growing CAAS group in Tri-Cities, Yakima, Wenatchee, or Moses Lake, WA offices. The ideal candidate will perform CFO functions as part of the client’s accounting services team, driving financial policy and strategy, and managing financial administration and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement best practices related to services provided to add value to the client.
• Work with clients to set financial policy and participate in and drive overall strategy.
• Drive capital planning, risk management, ratio and KPI analysis, and board of director interactions.
• Lead financial administration, planning, and budgeting.
• Oversee longer-term budget planning and cost management.
• Monitor progress of budgets and present operational metrics.
• Ensure financial staff maintains financial record systems in accordance with appropriate principles and monitors the use of funds.
• Manage cash flow and forecasting, directing financial accounting.
• Cookordination of audit activities.
• Build strong client relationships and become a key member of the client management team.
• Develop key external business networks and become a service and industry thought leader.

Requirements

• Experience: 8 years relative work experience as an Assistant Controller, Controller, or equivalent. Agribusiness industry experience is highly preferred. Prior project management and client management experience preferred but not required.
• Education: Bachelor's degree is required. Combination of related experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree. CPA certification preferred but not required.
• Knowledge: Comfortable in a fast-paced environment and skilled in multitasking. Proficiency in QuickBooks (Online version) is highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Experience with financial modeling and analysis.
• Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.

Skills

• Financial analysis and reporting.
• Project management.
• Client relationship management.
• Strategic planning and implementation.
• Financial planning and budgeting.
• Accounting software proficiency (QuickBooks).

Benefits

Our approach to compensation emphasizes collaboration and career growth. We pay competitive wages and view compensation as an investment in our people. Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range. The compensation range for this position in Washington is: $143,000.00 – $241,000.00.

Pay

The compensation range for this position in Washington is: $143,000.00 – $241,000.00.

Schedule

This position reflects our commitment for both flexibility and collaboration. This role offers a flexible working environment, which means you may be required to work at client locations or in the office depending on project needs. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to work closely with other CLA family members, encouraging a collaborative and supportive workplace culture.

Wellness at CLA

To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more. To view a complete list of benefits, click here.