What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Financial Planning & Analysis position at Trans Ova Genetics?
Job Description
Trans Ova Genetics company growth has led to the need for additional resources to lead corporate financial analysis, reporting and budgeting/forecasting efforts. The Director of FP&A will be in a leading role related to financial analysis and planning, annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, KPI reporting, margin analysis, actual vs. budget & prior-year financial variance evaluation, TOG & URUS (parent company) corporate reporting, cash flow management, and location/department P&L review & analysis. They would also support M&A projects and integrations. In addition, they will assist the TOG executive team to reach financial performance targets and help establish fiscal management discipline within the organization, while also recommending and implementing improvements to financial management & reporting systems.
Key Responsibilities
Trans Ova Genetics, a member of the URUS Group, provides industry-leading reproductive technologies and expertise to cattle breeders through a unique professional services team that works closely with clients to understand their breeding goals and ultimately help clients advance and extend superior genetics. Trans Ova Genetics understands the process that will help multiply a herd’s genetic success. Reproductive technologies such as embryo transfer, in-vitro fertilization (IVF), sexed-semen, genetic preservation, and cloning are considered the reproductive “tools” available for breeders looking to achieve specific breeding and reproductive goals. Internationally recognized as a source of superior animal husbandry and reproductive expertise, Trans Ova Genetics offers an integrated system of regional centers, satellite stations, and on-farm application of reproductive technologies.
Trans Ova's headquarters are in Sioux Center, Iowa, but we have many offices and satellite centers across the country. On-going research and applied science allow Trans Ova Genetics to develop and implement new technologies to help move the science of bovine genetic improvement forward. Trans Ova is dedicated to meeting the requirements of their customers and to continual improvement.
TOG has deep roots in the industry through its origin within the URUS family of companies. URUS is a holding company with cooperative and private ownership and is positioned at the heart of the dairy and beef industry. Its family of companies include AgSource, Alta Genetics, GENEX, Genetics Australia, Leachman Cattle, Jetstream, PEAK, SCCL, Trans Ova Genetics and VAS , with each having its own unique identity, products, and services. These companies work globally to provide cutting-edge dairy and beef genetics, customized reproductive services, dairy management information to take producers to the frontline of progressive dairy farming, and an array of products and services to help bovines reach their full genetic potential. URUS Group has 26 operating companies in 15 countries and employs approximately 2,400 people.
Trans Ova Genetics company growth has led to the need for additional resources to lead corporate financial analysis, reporting and budgeting/forecasting efforts. The Director of FP&A will be in a leading role related to financial analysis and planning, annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, KPI reporting, margin analysis, actual vs. budget & prior-year financial variance evaluation, TOG & URUS (parent company) corporate reporting, cash flow management, and location/department P&L review & analysis. They would also support M&A projects and integrations. In addition, they will assist the TOG executive team to reach financial performance targets and help establish fiscal management discipline within the organization, while also recommending and implementing improvements to financial management & reporting systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead annual budget & quarterly re-forecasting initiatives (income statement & balance sheet).
- Evaluate and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial & production results compared to budget/forecast and prior year results.
- Create monthly reports on KPIs, underlying results and trends, and areas for improvement or focus.
- Conduct deep dives into particular expense or revenue lines to understand their drivers and potential levers to enhance financial performance.
- Work with Controllers and CFO to evaluate and enhance reporting processes and implement financial/accounting system best practices.
- Explore and develop opportunities for process improvement, automation, and digitization.
- Partner with the IT & ERP teams to learn and deploy PowerBI reporting capabilities.
- Develop impactful, compelling presentation materials that effectively communicate financial projections, drivers, business performance, risks, and opportunities.
- Take a leadership role in promoting, instituting, and teaching financial discipline across all facets of the organization.
- Bachelor's degree with MBA/CPA (preferred) or the equivalent education/experience
- 8 years previous work experience and proven success in financial leadership, planning & execution
- Agriculture industry a plus
- The ability to motivate and influence others, while efficiently managing multiple tasks to successfully meet deadlines
- Very strong analytical, financial, writing & presentation development skills
- Experience with short & long-term planning and execution skills
- Strong computer skills including ERP systems and Microsoft office.
Trans Ova Genetics, a member of the URUS Group, provides industry-leading reproductive technologies and expertise to cattle breeders through a unique professional services team that works closely with clients to understand their breeding goals and ultimately help clients advance and extend superior genetics. Trans Ova Genetics understands the process that will help multiply a herd’s genetic success. Reproductive technologies such as embryo transfer, in-vitro fertilization (IVF), sexed-semen, genetic preservation, and cloning are considered the reproductive “tools” available for breeders looking to achieve specific breeding and reproductive goals. Internationally recognized as a source of superior animal husbandry and reproductive expertise, Trans Ova Genetics offers an integrated system of regional centers, satellite stations, and on-farm application of reproductive technologies.
Trans Ova's headquarters are in Sioux Center, Iowa, but we have many offices and satellite centers across the country. On-going research and applied science allow Trans Ova Genetics to develop and implement new technologies to help move the science of bovine genetic improvement forward. Trans Ova is dedicated to meeting the requirements of their customers and to continual improvement.
TOG has deep roots in the industry through its origin within the URUS family of companies. URUS is a holding company with cooperative and private ownership and is positioned at the heart of the dairy and beef industry. Its family of companies include AgSource, Alta Genetics, GENEX, Genetics Australia, Leachman Cattle, Jetstream, PEAK, SCCL, Trans Ova Genetics and VAS , with each having its own unique identity, products, and services. These companies work globally to provide cutting-edge dairy and beef genetics, customized reproductive services, dairy management information to take producers to the frontline of progressive dairy farming, and an array of products and services to help bovines reach their full genetic potential. URUS Group has 26 operating companies in 15 countries and employs approximately 2,400 people.
