Description/Job SummaryTake the next step in your career with FCS Financial, part of the nationwide Farm Credit System, and act on this opportunity to join our top-quality agricultural lending institution! FCS is seeking a Senior Leader who empowers and develops their staff and drives for strong results. We are looking for someone who takes initiative, is driven to get things done, delivers high-quality results, is precise, and that can manage multiple priorities. This position serves as the Controller and leads our Financial Operations Team.The successful candidate will be located in our Central Office in Jefferson City, Missouri. A hybrid work option may be considered after the initial training period.The salary range for this position is $93,000 to $161,900, however salary is commensurate with experience. Preferred office location is in Jefferson City, MO. This position is classified as Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.This position is open until filled.Department: FinanceReports to: Chief Financial OfficerSupervises: Director, Financial Operations; Senior Accountant, Associate Accountant Responsibilities/DutiesJob Functions*PercentageJob Functions35%Financial Analysis and ReportingReviews and/or prepares financial reports including shareholder reports, Farm Credit Administration call reports and management reports, ensuring report accuracy and timelinessReviews quarterly and annual report documentation and disclosures to ensure proper substantiation and all regulatory reporting requirements are metInterprets new guidance and regulations for the association and ensures compliance with Farm Credit Administration regulations and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Oversees timeliness, accuracy and reconciliation of general ledger, fixed asset and accounts payable accountsManages data from multiple sources to ensure financial integrityCollaborates with Credit and Risk Management to assess and record allowance for loan lossesServe as an Asset Liability Committee member with primary responsibility of preparing analytical reports and supporting material to be discussed in committee meetings15%Internal ControlsEvaluates internal control processes within areas of responsibility within the association, identifying and implementing process and procedure changes to improve the strength of internal controlsParticipates in the completion of a comprehensive internal control analysis in areas responsible forEnsures internal controls are developed, implemented and documented to meet new disclosure and regulatory requirementsCoordinates responses to requests for information from internal and external auditors25%LeadershipLeads the financial operations teamProvide leadership for assigned staff, including effective performance management, identification of training needs and personal and departmental development plansDetermines division of responsibilities, provides work guidance and direction and ensures appropriate resource allocationAssesses and recommends staffing levelsIdentifies training needs and resourcesCollaborates with Human Resources to maintain the incentive planSets employee annual goals for performance and incentive measuresCalculates incentive payments for direct reports and verifies the resultsImplements action plans to ensure financial objectives are attained and the Finance department continues to bring value to the AssociationCommunicates and exemplifies FCS Financial commitment to employee and customer engagementPerforms all duties and maintains all standards in accordance with policies, procedures and guidelines and ensures staff members follow the same5%Annual BudgetLeads the development of the financial and budget reports for the Board, management and regulatory agenciesPrepares sections of the budget using forecasting softwareAnalyzes budget for completeness and accuracy20%Accounting ManagementManages the Association’s general ledger, accounts payable, asset management and account reconciliationVerifies that appropriate support and documentation is included for the Finance functions and controlsReviews, follows-up and properly addresses potentially misstated itemsEngages, collaborates, initiates and completes projects with other Association partners Data Security and ConfidentialityAppropriately protects the confidentiality, security, and integrity of the Association, employees, customers and other stakeholdersn/aOther duties as assigned to meet the needs of the organization.Required SkillsMinimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance or a related field5 years or more of progressively responsible financial management experience3 years’ supervisory experienceOr an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the jobCertified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) preferredRequired Knowledge and SkillsExpert knowledge of accounting practices and methodsExpert knowledge of accounting software applicationsExpert knowledge of internal controls practicesExpert knowledge utilizing Excel to increase efficiency and/or effectivenessHigh level skill in consistently meeting deadlines while managing multiple prioritiesWorking knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and regulatory reporting requirementsWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word and PowerPointWorking knowledge of budgeting processSkill in managing, coaching, motivating and developing an accounting teamSkill in communicating objectives and effectively delegating tasksVerbal and written communication skills, sufficient to exchange information and influence decisions and actions of subordinates, peers, supervisor and customersHigh degree of accuracy and attention to detailStrong customer service skills, including the ability to communicate complicated information in an understandable manner, deliver bad news effectively, and exceed customer expectationsCritical thinking skills in analyzing information to judge, compare, calculate, evaluate and critique such information as written materials, numerical data, responses to customer needs and/or other work related activitiesSkill in organizing material and information in a systematic way to optimize efficiencySkill in working as part of a team and collaborating with colleagues