Assistant Controller - IFB
About The Position
Join us at the Illinois Farm Bureau to become part of an influential leader that has a rich history and vision toward the future of agriculture. We’re excited you’re looking for a career with Illinois Farm Bureau as we advocate for farmers and agriculture. We’re a grassroots organization made up of people who support farms, food and families in Illinois.. Apply today to become a vital part of helping us advocate for Illinois agriculture and support Illinois farm families. About the role Oversees accounting, tax planning, budgeting and payroll functions for the Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB) and assigned affiliates. Serves as a key thought partner to executive leadership and business unit leaders. Advises the Board of Directors on appropriate accounting and tax treatments for ongoing and future operations. Supervises assigned staff to ensure the efficient operation of the function. How does this role make an impact? Oversees accounting functions for IFB and assigned affiliates, including coordination of audits. Establishes policies, procedures, systems and controls to ensure regulatory compliance, maximize efficiencies and minimize risk. Develops and executes the IFB enterprise risk management program. Provides supervisory leadership for assigned staff, including employment, training, supervision, support and ongoing performance feedback. Performs financial analysis and forecasts, interprets financial information, prepares financial statements and reports, and provides information and counsel to the IAA Board of Directors, relevant committees and other entities, as requested. Develops and oversees execution of IFB and assigned affiliate budgets. Manages payroll administration and fixed asset processing. Fosters positive relationships with internal and external contacts to ensure ongoing functionality of the accounting system. Exercises professional leadership by keeping abreast of current trends, developments, technology and opportunities within field of responsibility. Assignments vary by position and may include oversight of the preparation, review and filing of all federal and state tax forms, sales tax reports, Federal and State Election Commission reports, year-end financial statements for assigned 401k and pension plans, and/or requirements from other agencies within the scope of authority.
Requirements
- Typically requires 8+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training, including management experience.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required.
Responsibilities
- Oversees accounting functions for IFB and assigned affiliates, including coordination of audits.
- Establishes policies, procedures, systems and controls to ensure regulatory compliance, maximize efficiencies and minimize risk.
- Develops and executes the IFB enterprise risk management program.
- Provides supervisory leadership for assigned staff, including employment, training, supervision, support and ongoing performance feedback.
- Performs financial analysis and forecasts, interprets financial information, prepares financial statements and reports, and provides information and counsel to the IAA Board of Directors, relevant committees and other entities, as requested.
- Develops and oversees execution of IFB and assigned affiliate budgets.
- Manages payroll administration and fixed asset processing.
- Fosters positive relationships with internal and external contacts to ensure ongoing functionality of the accounting system.
- Exercises professional leadership by keeping abreast of current trends, developments, technology and opportunities within field of responsibility.
- Assignments vary by position and may include oversight of the preparation, review and filing of all federal and state tax forms, sales tax reports, Federal and State Election Commission reports, year-end financial statements for assigned 401k and pension plans, and/or requirements from other agencies within the scope of authority.
Benefits
- You’ll be able to take advantage of our benefits package, which includes insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), 401(k) with company match, parental leave, paid time off, paid company holidays and time off to volunteer.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
