Controller

Job Overview

Specialized Recruiting Group has partnered with a local agriculture company to seek candidates for a Controller position.

Position Overview
Are you a detail-driven finance professional looking for a new challenge in a tight-knit team environment? Do you excel at bringing structure to financial processes and love the idea of influencing key business decisions? If so, we’re hiring a Controller for an exciting full-time, on-site opportunity in Dubuque, Iowa. This role offers the chance to lead a small accounting team, collaborate with cross-functional leaders, and ensure strong financial performance and compliance.

Key Responsibilities
This role plays a vital part in maintaining financial accuracy and operational support across departments.

Financial Oversight & Reporting

• Prepare and review monthly and year-end financial statements in accordance with internal and external guidelines
• Oversee profit and loss reports and ensure accurate cost accounting practices
• Manage banking activity, cash flow forecasting, and liquidity planning
• Assist in preparing and coordinating income tax filings in collaboration with third-party advisors
• Serve as liaison to regulatory agencies for tax, statistical, and compliance matters
• Collaborate with senior finance leaders on audit preparation and financial reviews
• Maintain compliance with internal control policies and oversee implementation of financial procedures
• Support payroll processing and insurance compliance (in coordination with department leadership)
• Assist in regulatory compliance related to credit insurance and local legislation

Operational & Strategic Support

• Provide financial insights and managerial reports on sales, inventory, customer aging, and other key areas
• Support budget development and assist in performance tracking throughout the fiscal year
• Help facilitate IT finance system integration and ensure alignment with compliance needs
• Contribute to insurance coordination across operations

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead a small accounting team with a focus on mentorship, performance management, and team development
• Collaborate with leadership to align staffing with operational goals
• Manage workflow, delegate tasks, and ensure timely execution of responsibilities
• Assist in hiring, training, and retaining top finance talent

Global Financial Communication

• Submit monthly financial packages and reporting to corporate leadership
• Coordinate monthly cash flow updates and participate in global finance meetings
• Reconcile intercompany accounts and assist in group-level consolidation
• Support adherence to transfer pricing regulations and communicate regularly with global finance teams
• Attend occasional finance summits or training seminars, which may require travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA certification preferred
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in a financial or accounting leadership role
• Experience working with accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite required
• ERP system knowledge (especially Oracle) is a plus
• Prior team leadership or supervisory experience highly desired

Key Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Sharp problem-solving abilities and a proactive mindset
• High attention to detail and commitment to delivering accurate results
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach