CFO/Director of Finance

Company: KRIER FOODS LLC
Location: Random Lake
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Description:Overview: Under the direction of the CEO, the Chief Financial Officer/Director of Finance directs the financial activities of the organization, prepares financial analyses of operations for the guidance of management decisionsResponsibilities:Responsibilities and tasks are written as followsOversee the activities of the corporate accounting department for the accurate and timely dissemination of financial management reports including, but not limited to, internal and external monthly financial statements, annual audits, and annual budgets.Assist in planning and establishing economic goals and objectives for the company.Advise management about health, property, and workers compensation insurance coverage.Prepare reports, which summarize and forecast company business activity and financial position in areas of income and expenses based on past, present, and expected operations.Participate in senior level management initiatives to drive short-term goals and long-term strategic decisions.Oversee working capital and cash flow requirements on a regular basis and communicates directly with the President on cash management strategies.Ensure corporate income tax compliance to assure the accurate and timely completion of all corporate income tax returns taking full advantage of all favorable tax codes.Safeguard and enhance the financial resources of Krier Foods through identification, implementation, and maintenance of initiatives related to internal financial controls.Train and evaluate direct reports to enhance their performance, development and work product through coaching and development of goals/KPI plans for each position and reviews annually. Address performance issues and make recommendations for personnel actions, along with motivating and rewarding employees within company guidelines.Respond to CEO as assigned with accurate and timely work to facilitate the needs of the organization.Participate in a wide variety of special projects and compile a variety of special reports.Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions according to appropriate GAAP standards.Acts as a custodian (or fiduciary) in regard to the company sponsored retirement plan.Acts as a representative of the company in business relationships. This may include, but is not limited to, banks, financial institutions, and outside accounting firms.Ownership of reporting of high-level financials for Co-Manufacturing - including spend by category, region and supplier, as well as spend on key ingredients and year over year trends and causes for change in spend.Oversight and Accountability for the IT and MIS functionsPreparing the monthly Financial Report and assigned sections of the Quarterly Board Meeting presentation deck. Present the Financial Report to the Board of Directors at the quarterly meetings. Other duties as assigned.Requirements:Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent required. An MBA is preferred.CPA certification preferred.5 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment to include financial statement preparation, and tax preparation or familiarity with tax laws and filing requirements.Keen analytic, organization and problem-solving skills which allows for strategic data interpretation versus simple reporting.Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, and percentages. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra.Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical information in mathematical form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.Demonstrates absolute ethics and integrity.Strong interpersonal and communication skills with co-workers, management, clients and others in a courteous and professional manner.Must be able to effectively communicate, read and comprehend instructions and procedures in English.Extensive experience coordinating audit activities and managing reporting, budget development and analysis, accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, payroll, and accounting for investments.Ability to work overtime as needed.Physical Requirements:Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.Regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk, reach above shoulders, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.Required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading. Benefits:Low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance available on day 1Matching 401k plan up to 6%Paid PTOPaid BirthdayPaid holidaysPerks:Continuing EducationEmployee Assistance ProgramShort Term DisabilityFinancial wellness/401K counseling$25,000 Term life insuranceJolly Good Soda discountsPI892b5880c075-25660-36626819

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