Chief Financial Officer - Munson Lakes Nutrition

This role is with Munson Lakes Nutrition (MLN), a joint venture with Land O' Lakes. As such, this role will be an employee of MLN and not Land O' Lakes. This role will be on-site at the Howard Lake, MN location and will be M-F.

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

As the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), you will report directly to the General Manager and oversee, plan, and coordinate all financial operations, compliance, and office management functions to optimize the company's efficiency and market position. This role is responsible for managing accounts receivables, overseeing financial reporting and compliance, ensuring adherence to company credit policies, supervising office staff, and maintaining a strong system of internal controls.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Oversight & Compliance:

• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, including budgeting, monthly statements, and year-end financial reports.
• Oversee credit management and maintain A/R accounts, ensuring adherence to the company's credit policies.
• Manage and uphold account procedures, ensuring compliance with internal and external regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement financial strategies for growth and profitability.
• Conduct grain valuation at the end of each month and support budget reporting.

Supervision & Leadership:

• Establish departmental goals in collaboration with the General Manager and leadership team.
• Oversee and adjust office workforce as needed, including hiring and termination decisions.
• Conduct yearly performance reviews for assigned office staff.
• Identify training needs and arrange for professional development opportunities.
• Supervise and coordinate scheduling of office personnel.
• Oversee the Human Resources Coordinator and ensure alignment with organizational HR policies and practices.

Office & Customer Service Management:

• Oversee customer service policies and procedures to ensure high-quality service.
• Support customer inquiries and ensure a positive customer experience.
• Supervise office operations and ensure accuracy in recordkeeping.
• Maintain and update sales tax-exempt forms and oversee contract management.
• Implement and manage financial accounts such as John Deere Financial and Purina LOL Financial accounts.

Strategic Planning & Communication:

• Collaborate with leadership to develop and execute financial plans that align with business goals.
• Facilitate regular meetings to ensure alignment between finance, operations, and management.
• Ensure clear and effective communication between departments for streamlined financial operations.

Other Duties:

• Perform other duties as assigned by the General Manager.

Required Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Business, Accounting, or Agriculture
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in finance, office management, or a related field.
• Knowledge of agriculture, business operations and financial functions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and financial software.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective leadership, communication, and team management abilities.

Preferred Experience:

• Previous supervisory experience in finance or office management.
• Experience with credit management and compliance procedures.
• Knowledge of budget planning and financial analysis in an agricultural or manufacturing setting.
• Experience with human resources functions such as hiring, onboarding, employee relations, and benefits administration.
• This position requires a proactive approach to financial management, strong leadership skills, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and accountability.

The salary range of this role will be $91, 120 - 136, 680.

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