Join our growing accounting and finance team supporting a diverse group of privately held businesses, with a primary focus on the dairy and agricultural industries. As an Assistant Controller, you will play a key role in financial reporting, forecasting, and consulting for a dedicated portfolio of clients while working directly with Ag Business management, business owners, and operational leaders. You will lead the monthly close and general ledger process to ensure accurate financial reporting that leadership relies for critical business decisions. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain diverse industry experience while also providing a path for career growth within our team.
At Ag Business Solutions, our mission is to assist crop and dairy farmers manage their business, so they can focus their time and energies in providing the highest level of care to their animals, farms and bringing healthy farm fresh food and high-quality dairy products to America at low prices, while providing a source of income for their families and employees.
Our staff of CPAs and highly credentialed professionals provide daily administrative and accounting services through direct interaction with ownership and on-site management. Powered by sophisticated, ever-evolving IT platform, we support multiple dairies, cattle, and row-crop farming operations throughout the country. In addition, our ability to assist producers in managing price risk in the areas of livestock, feed, and milk truly sets us apart.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Close Process
· Prepare and oversee monthly financial statements for multiple cattle operations, including detailed account analysis, budget-to-actual variance analysis, and balance sheet reconciliations.
· Prepare and review quarterly financial statements for real estate entities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to GAAP.
Team Leadership & Development
· Supervise, mentor, and direct the work of accounting staff and senior accountants, including reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations, bank reconciliations, cattle and feed inventory costing, and fixed asset schedules.
· Establish and maintain strong internal controls and review procedures to ensure data integrity and compliance with company policies.
Budgeting & Financial Planning
· Develop, implement, and maintain annual operating and capital budgets across dairy, cattle, and real estate operations.
· Monitor performance against budgets and provide management with meaningful variance analysis and actionable insights.
Operational & Project Accounting
· Oversee accounting and financial reporting for new construction and capital projects, including cost tracking, capitalization, and financial analysis.
· Partner with on-farm managers and operations leadership to stay informed on operational changes, production trends, and business needs that impact financial performance.
Cash Management & Daily Finance Operations
· Work closely with the Controllers and accounting team on daily financial activities, including cash management, intercompany funding, and invoice review and approval.
· Ensure sufficient liquidity and proper allocation of funds across entities.
Audit, Tax, and Compliance
· Coordinate year-end close activities and prepare schedules and documentation required for external financial statement audits and CPA-prepared tax returns.
· Assist with research and document accounting treatment for complex or non-routine transactions to ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies.
Analysis & Strategic Support
· Assist with financial modeling and analysis for key business decisions, including return on investment (ROI) analysis, fair market value (FMV) assessments, ownership structure changes, and other strategic initiatives.
Ideal Candidate
· Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting required; CPA preferred
· Experience: 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, a combination of public accounting and private industry experience preferred
· Industry Focus: Prior experience in agricultural, manufacturing, or other operationally intensive industries strongly preferred
· Core Skills: Experience with account reconciliation, inventory costing, and month-end close processes
· Reporting: Familiarity with financial statement analysis and preparation preferred
· Technical Proficiency: Proficient with Microsoft Excel and experience working with accounting/ERP systems
· Ownership Mindset: Takes responsibility for results, follows issues through to resolution, and proactively identifies problems and opportunities rather than waiting for direction
· Time Management: A reliable self-starter able to manage multiple priorities and multi-task to meet deadlines
· Execution: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with a high attention to detail
· Tech-Forward Mindset: Comfortable evaluating and implementing technology, automation, AI-enabled tools, and improved workflows to increase accuracy, efficiency, and scalability
· Controls & Efficiency: Strong understanding of processes and controls with the mindset focused on continuous improvement
· Culture Fit: Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills with a genuine interest for working closely with a small, collaborative team
Company offers a competitive compensation package, a great team of employees to work with and an atmosphere of camaraderie.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Accounting: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
