Livestock Controller

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead all finance and accounting functions for the Livestock Division, ensuring accurate, timely, and actionable reporting


• Serve as a strategic partner to the Livestock President and operations, driving profitability and operational efficiency


• Own budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning; align with corporate goals and drive accountability to results


• Analyze performance, identify trends and variances, and translate insights into clear action plans


• Partner with managers to strengthen financial acumen and improve decision-making


• Identify risks and opportunities; lead initiatives to improve margins, control costs, and optimize working capital


• Oversee capital planning and investment analysis, ensuring strong ROI discipline


• Maintain and improve internal controls, financial processes, and reporting tools


• Ensure compliance with corporate policies while driving efficiency and simplification


• Build strong cross-functional relationships and communicate financial performance clearly across all levels


• Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and development within the finance function

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Proven ability to lead through influence and build trust across all levels of an organization


• Strategic thinker with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset


• High level of accountability, ownership, and attention to detail


• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills


• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex financial information


• Experience with financial systems, reporting tools, and process improvement initiatives


• Working knowledge of livestock or agricultural operations strongly preferred

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred)


• 7–10+ years of progressive experience in accounting/finance, including leadership responsibility


• Strong financial and business acumen, with the ability to connect results to operational drivers