Finance Manager

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery, Inc.; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local dairy cooperative in Wisconsin is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee complex accounting tasks and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience in budgeting and forecasting, and the ability to collaborate across teams. This position offers a supportive work culture with a focus on success and long-term employee retention.

Benefits

Medical and Dental Insurance

401k match

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in a finance or accounting role.
• Experience in business analysis and planning preferred.
• Accounting or Finance experience within a manufacturing environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to preparation of financial audits and regulatory reporting.
• Supports the preparation of budget/forecasts.
• Create reports that provide financial insights.

Skills

Strong financial, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Advanced experience in Excel

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong presentation skills

Experience developing business presentations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Budget creation and analysis software

Job description

Overview

Committed to our Team, Craft & Community, Since 1910

Join the always-growing Team at Ellsworth Creamery as we work with our cooperative of local farmers to create award-winning cheese!

Job Title: Finance Manager

Reports To: CFO

Status: Exempt/Salaried

General Description: The Finance Manager is responsible for supporting complex accounting tasks, ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial reporting, and supporting the organization’s financial goals through detailed analysis and strategic input. This role assists the controller in preparing financial statements, month-end and year-end close processes, and assists with audits and budgeting. The Finance Manager also supervises junior staff and collaborates with cross-functional teams to improve financial procedures and internal controls.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Contribute to preparation of financial audits, milk audits, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Filing monthly Milk Market Pool Report according to FMMA 30 requirements
• Supports the preparation of budget/forecasts and reports significant differences to management.
• Work cross-functionally across departments to provide ad-hoc analysis and data gathering.
• Create reports that provide financial insights to make better informed business decisions.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and analysis for management, board, and external reporting.
• Leverages the ERP system to support business operation decisions based on finance data.
• Ensure financial processes operate smoothly and efficiently while focusing on continuous improvement and compliance with regulations and company policies.
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Requirements

• Strong financial, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Must be a quick learner and capable of translating financial insights into recommendations and actions
• Demonstrated ability to support multiple deadlines and aggressive reporting schedules
• Experience in business analysis and planning
• Demonstrated project management and process improvement skills
• Experience developing business presentations and related supporting documents for senior leadership teams
• Strong presentation and written communication skills
• Advanced experience in Excel
• Accounting or Finance experience within a manufacturing environment preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software, as well as budget creation and analysis software
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Thorough understanding of accounting principles, practices and policies

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, or Finance, with a minimum of 5-10 years of experience

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Work Environment

• Dairy Plant/office work environment.
• Working hours will vary depending on need but generally will be M-F, 8am-4pm.

About Ellsworth Creamery

At Ellsworth Creamery, our team members are more than employees; you are like family and we want you to succeed. This culture has contributed to the longevity of our staff, whose careers at Ellsworth Creamery span 10, 20 and even 50 years! Our Ellsworth, Wisconsin facility specializes solely in the production of our world-famous All Natural White Cheddar Cheese Curds, both natural and flavored, our All Natural Cheddar Cheese Curd Crumbles and sweet whey powder.

Benefits Package

• Full Time employees are eligible for benefits on the 1st of the month, following 30 days of employment.
• Medical, Health Savings Account, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital insurances available.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and other free resources.
• 401k match, Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay!