Director, Accounting

AgReserves, Inc. is seeking a strategic and collaborative Director of Accounting to join our Finance team.

Summary:

The Director of Accounting is the enterprise owner of accounting operations, financial consolidation and reporting, accounting policy, compliance, internal controls, financial-data integrity, and the continued modernization of accounting processes and systems. The role ensures the accuracy, efficiency, timeliness, and integrity of the company's financial records.

Reporting to the CFO, the Director of Accounting is a member of and collaborates with the Finance Leadership Team to set direction for the finance organization and build a strong, efficient, scalable, technology-enabled accounting organization. The role establishes the standards, decision rights, operating discipline, and cross-functional partnerships required to produce accurate, timely, and compliant financial information across the company while maintaining a strong control environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee accounting operations, including general ledger, consolidation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, intercompany accounting, and other core accounting functions.
• Establish governance for the chart of accounts, financial dimensions, accounting master data, reporting hierarchies, and related financial-data standards.
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accurate financial records and compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of consolidated financial statements and other financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP, Company policy, and applicable reporting requirements.
• Own the company's accounting control environment, including the design and governance of accounting controls, evaluation of identified deficiencies, oversight of remediation, and coordination of management responses to internal and external audit findings.
• Develop and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and processes to improve efficiency, scalability, and operational effectiveness.
• Provide leadership on complex and emerging accounting matters, including evaluation and implementation of new accounting standards.
• Partner with business leaders across Finance, Operations, Human Resources, IT, Legal and other functions on strategic initiatives, acquisitions, and organizational growth.
• Ensure the integrity of accounting-source data and its alignment with the general ledger and consolidated financial statements while collaborating with FP&A and Finance Business leaders on the use of financial data for planning, forecasting, managerial reporting and business decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement while developing and executing a roadmap to modernize and standardize accounting processes, systems, and controls, to improve scalability, accuracy, speed, transparency, and efficiency. Continuously evaluate the accounting operating model, including the appropriate balance of centralized and decentralized activities, centers of expertise, shared services, and external service providers.
• Lead, develop, and mentor the accounting organization, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a key advisor to the CFO on accounting policy, financial reporting, internal controls, accounting risks, and the accounting and control implications of strategic initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field and active CPA license required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant responsibility for accounting operations, close, consolidation, financial reporting, and internal controls and leading accounting teams.
• Demonstrated experience leading financial close, ERP, consolidation, and accounting-process improvements in a large, complex, multi-entity organization; experience with geographically dispersed or international operations preferred.
• Experience managing accounting operations through growth, acquisitions, or organizational change.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, consolidation, accounting operations, with experience implementing and maintaining internal controls.
• Proven leadership and team development skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with ability to balance strategic leadership with operational execution.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development and high ethical standards.

Working conditions:
Essential:

* The physical demands below describe what is generally required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.• Occasionally lift, carry, or move items weighing up to 30 pounds, such as files, supplies, or equipment.• Regularly sit, stand, and move about the office environment.• Frequently use hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse, phone, and other standard office equipment.• Occasionally reach, bend, or stoop to access files, storage, or office equipment.• Communicate effectively in person, by phone, and electronically, including written and verbal communication.• Have adequate vision to perform office tasks, including reading, computer use, and reviewing documents, with the ability to adjust focus as needed.
* The work environment below describes conditions the employee may encounter while performing this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made when appropriate.• Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled office environment with minimal exposure to environmental hazards.• Routine use of standard office equipment, including computers, phones, printers, photocopiers, and filing systems.• Noise levels are typically quiet to moderate, consistent with a professional office setting.• Occasional travel by vehicle or other means may be required to visit company locations or attend meetings.• Periodic after-hours or extended work hours may be necessary to support business operations or critical deadlines.• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required in designated areas or during specific activities and will be provided in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

AgReserves, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Qualified applicants must be legally and lawfully authorized to be employed and work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship - AgReserves, Inc. is not sponsoring visas at this time.

AgReserves offers medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance coverage. Additionally, employees can contribute to an FSA, and to an employer matched 401(K). Employees can apply for Tuition Assistance for continuing education purposes. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a discretionary profit-sharing bonus. For more detailed information please visit our benefits site: AgReserves, Inc. complies with the current state minimum wage laws for all positions, regardless of the pay ranges posted.


Additional Benefits may also include:

Company Cell Phone, Commuter Benefits, Relocation Assistance.