Controller
Gallagher, Flynn Company, United States

Client: Butternut Mountain Farm

Company Website: butternutmountainfarm.com

Position Title: Controller

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Morrisville, Vermont

About Our Client

Butternut Mountain Farm is a leading manufacturer and distributor located in greater Lamoille County. Founded by the Marvin Family, Butternut Mountain Farm has been deeply involved in the science, art, and practice of maple sugaring and the Vermont Maple Industry since the 1940’s. A legacy and heritage they are proud to carry forward as the next generation. Butternut Mountain Farm’s story has become greater then just a family story. It extends to all those with whom they work, the sugar makers that supply them, the customers whom they supply, and the Butternut Mountain Farm crew. Their stories are the story of Butternut Mountain Farm, and the Marvin family is grateful for all that they have done to help make them who they are. Butternut Mountain Farm is committed to providing exceptional products and services to their customer. Ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and transparency in all of their accounting and financial functions is critical to the success of their business.

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Controller to join their team. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will be responsible for managing the daily operations of the Accounting Department and working closely with all departments throughout the organization to ensure accurate and timely transaction processing. Your primary responsibilities will include general ledger management, month-end closing process, budgeting, financial reporting, and financial analysis. This is a unique and rewarding opportunity if you are a leader, enjoy problem solving, and want to advance with a successful organization.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Accounting Team
• Provide hands-on experience working in an ERP/MRP environment
• Work collaboratively across the organization to provide continually improved reporting
• Maintain the highest level of dependability and integrity

Requirements

Required Skills/Experience and Attributes

• A genuine desire to learn and commitment to continuously improve yourself, the Accounting Team, and the Company.
• Highly engaged with a supportive and detail-oriented work style.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Hands-on experience working in an ERP/MRP environment and generally very computer literate.
• Strong knowledge of product costing.
• Five (5) plus years of progressive accounting and management experience with at least 3 years of management oversight of accounting processes.
• BS degree in accounting is preferred, but alternative degrees will be considered if supported by relevant work experience.

Gallagher, Flynn, amp; Company, LLP has been retained to conduct this search. Interested candidates may apply by sending a resume and cover letter to Dan Lyons, Managing Director, HR Consulting. While we appreciate all interest in this opportunity, only candidates most closely aligned with our search will be contacted.

Disclaimer: What is listed above is representative of the position's responsibilities but is not meant to be an exhaustive list. Responsibilities may change during employment at the company's discretion. Gallagher, Flynn amp; Company, LLP and our client do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.

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