Finance Controller

Finance Controller

REPORTS TO: Chief Operating Officer

POSITION SUMMARY: =====================

The Controller leads the Accounting Department and is responsible for the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of the company’s accounting records and financial reporting. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this role oversees accounting operations, budgeting and forecasting, cash management, internal controls, lender reporting, property and casualty insurance, and coordination of external audit and tax activities.

The Controller develops accounting staff, establishes consistent procedures, and provides financial analysis and recommendations to support leadership decisions while remaining actively involved in day-to-day accounting.

COMPENSATION:

$100,000 – $125,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

LOCATION

Company Headquarters – Blue Springs, MO | On-site

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

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• Lead accounting operations, including the general ledger, month-end and year-end close, reconciliations, and preparation of accurate, timely financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Lead and improve budgeting and forecasting with the COO and department leaders, establishing consistent tools, timelines, and accountability for daily and weekly financial monitoring, monthly variance reviews, quarterly forecasts, and annual planning.
• Analyze financial performance, significant variances, and emerging risks; provide recommendations to support leadership’s operating and capital expenditure decisions.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, collections, vendor payments, corporate cards, and employee expenses; administer customer credit within established policies and delegated authority.
• Oversee payroll processing and related reconciliations, partnering with HR to ensure accurate employee data, authorized changes, and timely payment.
• Manage cash forecasting, banking activity, and line-of-credit planning; complete weekly borrowing base certificates and quarterly bank covenant calculations and escalate potential compliance concerns.
• Coordinate external financial statement audits and tax preparation; oversee supporting workpapers, audit adjustments, applicable state tax reporting, and county personal property tax declarations.
• Maintain fixed asset and depreciation records; oversee the accuracy of inventory adjustments, patronage rebates, broker fees, and customer pricing deductions.
• Oversee property and casualty insurance, including broker relationships, coverage reviews, renewals, premium budgeting, and claims coordination; recommend coverage and cost improvements to the COO.
• Partner with HR to analyze employee health coverage expenses, renewal proposals, and plan options; prepare forecasts and cost comparisons to support benefits decisions.
• Supervise and develop Accounting Department staff, establish clear responsibilities and backup coverage, and provide hands-on accounting support as needed.
• Strengthen accounting policies, internal controls, approval processes, and segregation of duties; partner across departments to resolve issues and improve workflows, systems, and automation.

MEASURES OF SUCCESS:

• Financial statements, reconciliations, and payroll are accurate and completed on time; audit, tax, and lender requirements are met.
• Budgets and forecasts provide timely visibility into financial performance, cash needs, and borrowing requirements.
• Significant variances, accounting issues, and control risks are identified, explained, and escalated promptly, with documented improvements addressing recurring problems.
• Insurance renewals are completed on time, and leadership receives timely analysis of property and casualty insurance and employee health coverage costs.
• Accounting staff have clear responsibilities, appropriate training, and reliable backup coverage.

QUALIFICATIONS:

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Required

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• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including hands-on ownership of month-end close, financial statements, reconciliations, internal controls, and coordination of external audits.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience supervising or leading accounting staff.
• Experience developing budgets, preparing forecasts, and analyzing budget-to-actual results with department leaders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP systems.

Preferred

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• CPA or CMA designation.
• Prior experience as a hands-on Controller or Accounting Manager overseeing the full accounting function.
• Experience in distribution, inventory accounting, or a member-owned cooperative.
• Experience with borrowing base reporting and bank covenant calculations.

WHY JOIN DURVET?

You'll join a financially strong, member-owned organization with more than 50 years of industry leadership. As Controller, you'll lead a knowledgeable team, provide financial insights that support executive decisions, and improve the processes that keep the business running smoothly.

Your expertise will help strengthen financial accuracy, support collaboration across departments, and contribute to the company’s long-term success.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Durvet, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.