Dairy Accounting Practice Leader — National Growth & Impact

Gilder Search Group; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking a Dairy Accounting Practice Leader to take the reins of an established dairy practice within a Top 100 U.S. public accounting and advisory firm. You will lead a portfolio of dairy clients, serving as their trusted advisor on accounting, tax, and business strategy.

You will mentor the team, expand client relationships, and work with industry associations nationwide, shaping the next chapter for the dairy practice.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive public accounting experience with meaningful dairy clients.
• Dairy-specific accounting and tax expertise.
• Track record leading client service teams and developing people.
• Executive presence and ability to advise owners and executives.
• Growth mindset with skill in expanding relationships and closing new business.
• CPA strongly preferred, though not required for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow an established dairy practice with a portfolio of industry clients.
• Guide a team handling dairy work and elevate performance under your leadership.
• Build relationships with dairy owners, operators and executives; represent the firm at industry events.
• Expand existing client relationships, pursue new business opportunities in the pipeline.
• Mentor and coach the dairy team to strengthen bench depth.
• Operate on a national platform, collaborating with colleagues across related sectors.

Skills

Dairy accounting

Public accounting

Leadership

Executive presence

Business development

CPA preferred

Job description

Gilder Search Group is seeking a Dairy Accounting Practice Leader to take the reins of an established dairy practice within a Top 100 U.S. public accounting and advisory firm. You will lead a portfolio of dairy clients, serving as their trusted advisor on accounting, tax, and business strategy.

You will mentor the team, expand client relationships, and work with industry associations nationwide, shaping the next chapter for the dairy practice.