Controller

About the role

The ideal candidate will be a roll-up-the-sleeves, hands-on leader who is up for a challenge to help improve the accounting and finance function with the help of the Director of Finance – US Farm. This role will have a strong emphasis on cost accounting and product line analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full cycle accounting process, including management of day-to-day transactions for in accordance with established controls
• Prepare monthly financial statements, supporting schedules and monthly report outs to management
• Prepare monthly cash flow results and forecast cash flow results
• Prepare monthly operating forecasts through collaboration with sales, purchasing, production, finance and the leadership team of the facility
• Analyze changes in product design, raw materials, manufacturing methods, or services to determine effects on costs
• Prepare annual budget
• Perform variance analysis of results compared to budget, prior year, and regular forecasts – on a summary and detailed level
• Analyze gross margin by product line, region, etc
• Ensure compliance with applicable sales and use taxes as well as assist in the preparation of income tax filing support
• Review business processes, provide recommendations for improvement and implement improvement initiatives. Help implement cost-effective procedures and production improvements based on recommendations
• Implement working capital initiatives to effectively manage divisional cash flow, including analysis of inventory levels, accounts payable and accounts receivable management
• Work closely with AGI team members and external auditors or accountants, as required
• Track leased asset spend against budget, account for additions, disposals, transfers, depreciation, lease interest, and lease payments

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field. Preference may be given to those with manufacturing or cost accounting experience
• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems
• Experience in a publicly traded company
• Communicate effectively both verbally and written
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and practices
• Experience preparing and presenting financial and analytical report outs
• Ability to delegate appropriate responsibility and authority to area team members
• Excellent organization and prioritization skills
• Proven ability to build strong working relationships both internal and external to the organization
• Ability to problem-solve and make sound recommendations pertaining to organization effectiveness
• Proficient with Microsoft office (Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Teams), Power BI
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills required