Chief Financial Officer

COUNTRY VISIONS COOPERATIVE•Brillion, WI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Country Visions Cooperative is searching for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the Brillion, Wisconsin main office. The CFO reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer/President (CEO) and serves on the executive leadership team. The CFO contributes to the Country Visions Cooperative’s success by leading the financial operations, financial planning, capital management, budgeting, compliance, financial risk management, and financial reporting. Additionally, the CFO will contribute to strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions, and overall Cooperative growth. This is an in-person role, with minimal travel to other local facilities as needed. The CFO currently has 10 direct reports. Country Visions Cooperative is an agriculture based cooperative dedicated to service and building long-term relationships from generation to generation. We are proud to trace our roots back to 1923 and have divisions in Agronomy, Grain, Feed, Energy, C-Stores, and Country Stores throughout northeast Wisconsin. Come work with excellent team members in a successful and growing organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related field
Minimum of 12 years advanced accounting role experience
Minimum of 7 years of management experience
Must pass the background check
Must possess a valid driver's license
Ability to utilize Microsoft 365 Suite
Experience with ERP systems
Experience with HRIS (currently Paycom)
Ability to learn new systems and software tools
Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures
Strong leadership skills with the proven ability to coach and develop team members
Effectively communicate, orally and in writing, with Board of Directors, executives and other team members
Proven ability to gain the respect and trust of direct reports
Effectively handle and manage confidential and sensitive information

Nice To Haves

MBA in accounting is preferred
CPA is preferred
Prior CFO experience is preferred
Prior experience with mergers and acquisitions is preferred
Experience in the Cooperative or Agricultural industries is preferred

Responsibilities

Strategic planning and financial management: Developing and implementing financial plans and forecasts, and providing strategic financial guidance to the CEO, fellow executives and the board of directors
Operational management: Overseeing the day-to-day administrative and operational functions of a Cooperative. This includes managing processes, optimizing workflows and ensuring that operations are efficient and effective
Financial reporting and compliance: Preparing and overseeing all financial reports, consolidations, ensuring compliance with regulations (such as GAAP and IRS) and managing relationships with auditors
Risk management: Identifying and mitigating financial risks and establishing financial controls to protect the organization’s assets
Cash flow management: Maintaining stable cash flow and ensuring the availability of funds for daily operations
Working manager: Willing to be a working manager as needed by assisting team members on small and large tasks and projects
Executive and board liaison: Working with the board of directors and other senior executives to make financial decisions for each division
Extensive knowledge of financial concepts including profit & loss analysis, revenue cycle management, cost control, expense management, and financial modeling
Strong background in mergers & acquisitions, business analysis, market analysis, risk analysis & management
Demonstrated leadership in managing teams within finance departments, experience supervising finance professionals with a focus on strategic growth
Excellent skills in financial report interpretation and writing; ability to analyze complex data sets for informed decision-making
Budgeting and analysis: Creating, monitoring and managing the Coop's budget, while analyzing financial data to identify strengths, weaknesses and opportunities for improvement
Proficiency with financial software systems; familiarity with advanced financial software tools is preferred
Learn and develop a solid understanding of Coop patronage. Follow Coop’s Capital Management Policy and By-Laws to determine annual patronage amounts and be able to discuss this with the board of directors, customers, executives, and other team members. Administer Coop’s annual patronage refund
Build positive working relationships with the CEO, executives, and other team members
Might be tasked with leading other sub-groups
Providing a consistently high level of work productivity and leadership to the financial team
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the CEO

Benefits

Competitive executive-level pay, based on experience and qualifications
Bonus eligible
Paid time off
Annual profit sharing
Paid holidays and additional annual floating holidays
401K with a company match well above the market average
Medical insurance – 70% of premiums covered by Country Visions Cooperative
Optional Health Savings Account with a large company match
Paid parental leave
Dental and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account
100% Company paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Health and Wellness Program