Business Unit Controller-Fresh Chicken

Company DescriptionFoster Farms has been serving families since 1939. Since the founding days, Foster Farms has always been committed to providing consumers with the highest-quality, best-tasting poultry products available. Our commitment to excellence, honesty, quality, service, and our valued team members will shine through in everything we do.Foster Farms is always looking for talented individuals to join the Foster Farms team. We offer the experience of a large organization, however, we operate like a family business. More than half of our job openings are filled by internal promotion, and we encourage team members to gain a variety of experiences across different functional groupsJob DescriptionPay Range: $130,925-$168,925 per yearWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Business Unit Controller for our Fresh Chicken division in Livingston, United States. This key role will be responsible for providing financial leadership and analytical support to drive business performance and strategic decision-making within our poultry operations.Oversee financial planning, analysis, and reporting for the Fresh Chicken business unitDevelop and maintain budgets, forecasts, and financial models to support business objectivesAnalyze financial data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks in the poultry marketCollaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize costs and improve operational efficiencyEnsure compliance with financial regulations and internal control policiesProvide actionable insights and recommendations to senior managementLead month-end and year-end closing processes for the business unitManage and mentor a team of financial analystsImplement and maintain financial systems and processes to enhance reporting capabilitiesQualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification preferredMinimum of 5 years of experience in financial controlling or management accounting, preferably in the poultry or food industryStrong knowledge of financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and cost accounting principlesProficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skillsExperience with data visualization tools and financial modelingUnderstanding of poultry industry operations and market trendsKnowledge of food safety regulations and compliance requirementsExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detailStrong leadership and communication abilities to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teamsAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple prioritiesDemonstrated track record of driving financial performance and process improvementsAdditional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Foster Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities, Females, Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.Foster Farms participates in E-Verify during the hire process at all locations for all new Team Members.SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: Accounting/AuditingExperience level: Mid-Senior LevelIndustry: Food Production