Job Summary
The Farms Controller will prepare, review, and oversee the month-end financial processing for the group of farming companies under the Brand. Operating as a vital financial leader, this position ensures the farms’ financial goals and objectives are consistently met. The Farms Controller leads the month-end close, manages asset and accounts reconciliations, monitors operational spending against budgets, and delivers deep financial insight into farming profitability and trends.
Duties and responsibilities
- Oversee month end and year end close processes; prepare and publish accurate divisional financial statements.
- Manage detailed account reconciliations, supporting schedules, adjusting entries, and ratio analyses.
- Manage cash optimization and facilitate inter-company transfers across the farming group of companies.
- Assist with the preparation of predictive cash flow projections to support active farming operations.
- Assist with the annual budgeting and forecasting processes as needed; analyze financial data, track variances, and recommend corrective actions to support farming operations.
- Support the year-end audit process by collaborating with external auditors, preparing required audit schedules, and resolving financial inquiries for the farming entities.
- Prepare special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
- Manage and comply with local, provincial, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
- Lead and evaluate the performance of direct reports (Staff Accountant, Accounts Payable and Inventory Control Specialists), overseeing their daily workflows, scheduling and ongoing professional development.
- Other core expectations as defined by the company.
Requirements and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (required).
- CPA designation (required).
- Minimum of five (5) years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in working with multiple currencies and legal entities.
- Strong knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including GAAP.
- Advanced Microsoft (MS) Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) skills required; demonstrated ability to produce presentations, spreadsheets, graphs, and charts;
- Must be an influential leader with a collaborative management stye and ability to motivate others, fostering an environment of continuous improvement.
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate keen attention to detail and task-related accuracy, as well as consistent follow-through skills.
- Able to work in a team environment with individuals of all leadership styles, personalities, and career skills.
- Must be able to handle sensitive issues with tact and maintain strict confidentiality of private information.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
