Controller (ID: 1214)

Cronin Family Farms, located west of Listowel, Ontario is a growing Canadian and American agricultural family business. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Controller. The successful candidate will be hands-on and an integral part of our management team, reporting to the owners on all operations.

The successful candidate will:

• Oversee and participate in the accounting and administrative functions;
• Prepare, analyze, and present timely and accurate monthly financial statements and key performance indicators;
• Oversee accounts payables and receivables;
• Oversee payroll, group benefits, and other HR functions;
• Develop, implement, and monitor accounting and operating procedures;
• Finalize trial balance for submitting to external accountant at each year-end;
• Participate in corporate tax planning;
• Prepare cash flow forecasts, budget, and variance reports, and ad hoc reports;
• Supervise the activities of accounting staff in all locations;
• Perform analysis and projections of the financial impact of management decisions, including hedging activities;
• Research, evaluate, and apply for government programs as available within the Agricultural industry;
• Participate in the business operations and strategy as a key member of the management team.

The qualified candidate will have:

• At least five years controllership experience, preferably within agriculture;
• An understanding of cost accounting and analysis as well as hedging principles;
• A track record of working on a high performance team, running a business;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Exceptional computer skills using Microsoft Excel and accounting software.

Preference will be given to candidates who have one or more of the following:

• A professional accounting designation;
• Familiarity with the Spanish language;
• Knowledge of the agricultural industry.
• An understanding of US GAAP

We offer a competitive remuneration package including group benefits. If you are interested in a challenging position working in a dynamic team environment please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence by May 23, 2014 via e-mail or fax to:

Ward & Uptigrove Consulting & Human Resources

Attention:     Carrie Sharpin

Fax: 519-291-1850

E-mail: Carries@w-u.on.ca

We thank all candidates for their interest; however only qualified candidates will be contacted.