Division Controller

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all finance and accounting functions for the Livestock Division, ensuring accurate, timely, and actionable reporting.
• Serve as a strategic partner to the Livestock President and operations, driving profitability and operational efficiency.
• Own budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range planning; align with corporate goals and drive accountability to results.
• Analyze performance, identify trends and variances, and translate insights into clear action plans.
• Partner with managers to strengthen financial acumen and improve decision‑making.
• Identify risks and opportunities; lead initiatives to improve margins, control costs, and optimize working capital.
• Oversee capital planning and investment analysis, ensuring strong ROI discipline.
• Maintain and improve internal controls, financial processes, and reporting tools.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies while driving efficiency and simplification.
• Build strong cross‑functional relationships and communicate financial performance clearly across all levels.
• Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and development within the finance function.

• Proven ability to lead through influence and build trust across all levels of an organization.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset.
• High level of accountability, ownership, and attention to detail.
• Advanced analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex financial information.
• Experience with financial systems, reporting tools, and process improvement initiatives.
• Working knowledge of livestock or agricultural operations strongly preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
• 7–10+ years of progressive experience in accounting/finance, including leadership responsibility.
• Strong financial and business acumen, with the ability to connect results to operational drivers.