Corporate Controller

Purpose of Position:

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Corporate Controller will play a pivotal role in overseeing and coordinating various accounting functions across Farmer Companies. The primary focus will be on supporting the month-end close process, providing shared analysis across the businesses, managing audit and tax processes, ensuring robust internal controls, and addressing technical accounting matters. This role will also actively participate in capital planning and the budgeting process, contributing to the overall financial health and strategic decision-making of the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Close and Analysis

• Lead and support the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting for all divisions.
• Provide insightful analysis and reports to stakeholders across the businesses, facilitating informed decision-making.

Audit and Tax Management

• Collaborate with external auditors to facilitate financial audits and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Manage tax-related activities, coordinating with external tax advisors to optimize tax positions and ensure timely filings.

Internal Controls

• Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Conduct regular assessments to identify and mitigate potential risks.

Technical Accounting

• Stay abreast of changes in accounting standards and provide guidance on technical accounting matters.
• Work closely with the accounting teams to address complex accounting issues and ensure adherence to applicable standards.

Capital Planning and Fixed Asset Accounting

• Play a key role in capital planning, evaluating investment opportunities, and providing financial insights for strategic decision-making.
• Oversee the accounting processes related to all fixed assets to maintain integrity of the company’s financial statements and ensure accurate reporting.

Budgeting

• Contribute to the development of corporate budgets, ensuring alignment with overall financial goals.
• Analyze historical financial data and trends to provide insights and recommendations for future budgets.
• Communicate the approved budget to all relevant departments and stakeholders, ensuring they understand their financial targets and constraints.

ERP Support and Process Improvement

• Collaborate across departments to support the ERP implementation, ensuring its effectiveness in meeting accounting and reporting needs.
• Facilitate process improvement changes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and alignment with organizational goals.
• Champion initiatives to streamline accounting workflows, leveraging technology for continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in accounting leadership roles with a focus on month-end close, financial analysis, audit, tax, daily banking, internal controls, and technical accounting.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic business environment.
• A combination of both public and private company experience is a plus.
• CPA or CMA required.