Site Controller: Finance & Operations Leader

Dairy Farmers of America; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 130,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America in Minnesota seeks a senior finance leader to oversee all financial aspects for the assigned location, including analysis, forecasting, budgeting, audits, and reporting.

You will coordinate with DFA policies, manage month-end close, variance analyses, cash flow, KPI tracking, and partner with leadership to drive cost savings and process improvements. This role requires strong GAAP knowledge, Excel proficiency, and CPA/CMA preferred credentials.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required in business, accounting, finance, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial aspects for the location including analysis, forecasts, budgeting, audit, and reporting.
• Coordinate local compliance with DFA policies and procedures; cooperate with enterprise-wide departments.
• Lead month-end close: journal entries, variances, cost and production analyses, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare and distribute financial analyses and business summaries with insights, opportunities, and action plans.
• Provide routine/ad hoc analyses and report significant variances to leadership.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and drive cost savings with leadership.
• Ensure cash position, protect assets, and comply with regulatory requirements.

Skills

GAAP

Excel

Communication

Data analysis

Strategic thinking

multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or finance

CPA or CMA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dairy Farmers of America in Minnesota seeks a senior finance leader to oversee all financial aspects for the assigned location, including analysis, forecasting, budgeting, audits, and reporting.

You will coordinate with DFA policies, manage month-end close, variance analyses, cash flow, KPI tracking, and partner with leadership to drive cost savings and process improvements. This role requires strong GAAP knowledge, Excel proficiency, and CPA/CMA preferred credentials.