Our client is a progressive, sustainability-driven Agri-business with a diverse portfolio of companies that range from producing top-quality fruits and vegetables to livestock management. The new Corporate Controller will be responsible for budget management, financial analysis, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and financial reporting. This is a great opportunity for a financial professional who thrives in a busy workplace and can work effectively in a team environment, collaborating closely with senior management. Bring your ideas, passion, and leadership, and grow with our client as they expand current operations and explore new business investments.Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will:Manage the accounting operations of various companies, including multiple greenhouses and other smaller agri-businesses.Oversee, maintain, and report from a system of accounting systems, comprehensive controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, and ensure accuracy of reported financial results to ensure they comply with GAAP.Produce interim, quarterly and annual financial statements, and financial/business case analyses as required.Manage and maintain a documented system of internal accounting policies and procedures.Manage outsourced accounting relationships and banking functions, while providing leadership to the accounting staff.Work with the Companys leadership team to evaluate and design an organizational structure to achieve and track Company goals and objectives and recommend benchmarks to measure the Companys performance.Oversee company transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, bank reconciliations, chart of accounts, accounting files, and transaction controls.Manage company reporting, including financial statements, budgets, forecasts, cost reports, and financial analyses for investments, pricing, and contracts.Maintain strict confidentiality regarding sensitive information including customer date, financial records and internal company strategies.Ensure compliance by managing annual reviews with external accounting firms, monitoring debt levels against financial covenants, and overseeing government reporting and tax filing requirements.Your background includes:5+ years of progressively responsible experience in a financial/accounting position.A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or equivalent. CPA designation preferred.Strong interpersonal and communication skills, analytical and organizational skills.Excellent financial acumen and experience using financial reporting software and ERPs (e.g. Sage 300).Self-motivated and self-directed with the ability to work closely with the senior management team.A desire to maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing industry-related publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.Litherland & Co. is dedicated to fair and equal opportunities for all applicants. Candidates are selected upon the highest level of equity, diversity, and inclusion across the organization and throughout its hiring process. If you are selected for an interview and require accommodations, arrangements will be made for your convenience throughout the recruitment.
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Corporate Controller