Job Information
Dairy Farmers of America Controller in Perryville, Missouri
Position : Controller
Location : Perryville, Missouri
Requisition ID: : 26988
General Purpose:
SEMO Tank (owned by Dairy Farmers of America) sells, leases, and repairs tank trailers and offers a vast inventory of related parts for resale. The controller is responsible for overseeing the finance and accounting functions of the business including the monthly and year-end closing processes, budget preparation, internal controls, and compliance. This role develops key metrics that add value to the organization and effectively communicate this information to the management team.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Oversee and participate in the timely and accurate completion of the general ledger monthly and year-end closing processes, ensuring all financial reporting is completed in accordance with GAAP
Prepare the annual budget by partnering with management, accounting, and operations to achieve an end result that aligns with the strategic plan of the business, and implement monthly reporting practices that identify actual versus budget variances that are communicated timely with management
Coordinate local compliance with DFA policies and procedures and ensure cooperation with enterprise-wide functional departments
Maintain company records in accordance with DFA’s record retention policy
Direct and ensure compliance with all reporting and fiscal requisites (i.e. sales tax, property tax, FET, dealer reporting, etc.)
Regularly monitor and ensure company-wide adherence to internal controls to mitigate financial risk
Participate in the development and implementation of the strategic plan, ensuring that it includes a credible financial strategy that supports the business objectives
Identify key performance drivers and develop corresponding KPI’s that add value to the organization by providing information to the management team by which to evaluate performance and proactively adjust strategy to maximize profitability and achieve strategic growth
Work closely with the leadership team to identify opportunities and develop strategies, understand internal business operations, and make decisions on process development and implementation to increase efficiencies and create cost savings
Work alongside direct reports as a coach and partner to effectively manage job performance. Communicate company and cascading goals and assist direct reports in establishing goals that align with department and company objectives. Provide on-going performance feedback and conduct performance conversations. Hold direct reports accountable for results and work with them to cultivate their capabilities and utilize their strengths
Exhibit the values and ethics of Dairy Farmers of America through honesty, discretion, and sound judgment
The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
8 years’ experience in Finance and Accounting, with 3 years’ supervisory experience
Lease accounting experience preferred
CPA certification preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
A strategic thinker
Strong sense of urgency in achieving objectives, with a high energy level and strong bias towards action and the ability to inspire others to meet goals and objectives
Flexible and pragmatic in implementing financial controls while maintaining focus on the big picture
Strong understanding of accounting and finance
Excellent analytical and organizational skills
Excellent presentation skills; articulate in explaining financial and control activities, strategy, and plans
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to demonstrate solid business judgement and decision-making skills
Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities. Effective problem analysis and problem resolution at both the strategic and functional levels
Must be able to read, write and speak English
An Equal Opportunity Employer
