Chief Financial Officer (Cfo)

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at fuillc.com to learn more!

FUI is seeking an experienced CFO to join the team at the Redwood Falls, MN Corporate Office. We offer a competitive starting salary and a full benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, an impressive 401K match, and much more!

Areas of Accountability

All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork

Financial Leadership                                                         Accounting Systems and Controls

Financial Reporting, Planning, and Analysis                 Corporate Finance, Credit, and Capital Investment Strategy

Treasury, Banking, and Taxation                                        Finance Projects and Company Acquisitions

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Maintain highest level of confidentiality, customer service and professionalism to promote a positive image of the Company

Implement FUI’s financial strategy in alignment with our company values

Provide overall direction for effective recording, analyzing, and reporting of all financial results (i.e. budgeting, planning, analysis, consolidated financial reporting, taxes, cost accounting, systems)

Provide corporate financial leadership and credibility, internally and externally, based on superior business acumen and integrity

Use financial analysis to support company decisions and communicate effectively to the Board of Governors and management

Participate in the company's current and future expansion activities with a special focus on state, local and federal government finance opportunities such as enterprise zones, tax incentives and credits, and industrial revenue findings

Support company in identifying and resolving cost issues, optimizing efficiencies, and ensuring effective information systems

In conjunction with the President/CEO, develop and evaluate corporate financial strategy and objectives including budgets, forecasts, risk management, and compliance

Analyze the company’s financial strengths and weaknesses; track cash flows and maintain capital structure

Direct a comprehensive cash management program that ensures the company is maximizing the use of its funds, maintaining appropriate cash flow, and provides for future growth

Support business by tracking operational KPIs and metrics back to financial impact

Drive supply chain improvements and better vendor pricing

Provide decisive and team-oriented leadership to the Accounting Department to ensure continued growth and development

Guide the creation of training materials to FUI improve financial acumen, ensure data reliability, propose corrective action, and manage a profitable business

Manage the company’s banking and government relationships and optimize the results of the investment portfolio through financial modeling and scenario planning

Develop, understand, and negotiate contracts

Present at annual meetings, Board of Governors meetings, and/or other informational sessions

Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal work load.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field; master's preferred

Previous senior finance leadership - minimum 5 years

CMA, CPA or public accounting experience, preferred

Broad understanding of all fundamental financial/accounting disciplines (i.e. general accounting, audit, cost, planning and analysis, financial information systems, taxation, treasury, and credit/risk management

Good foresight and financial modeling skills

Strategic thinker with the ability to develop budgets and objectives then bring them to closure

Demonstrated capacity for effective decision making and facilitating within a team environment

Ability to work effectively with lenders; experience in working with state and local government entities is highly desirable

Strong commitment to methodical, organized and timely work ethic

Advanced written and verbal communication skills with a high level of professionalism

Strong Interest in developing team members

Travel up to 10% annually (this position is onsite, not remote)