Operations Controller

Operations Controller – Confidential SearchReports To: Corporate ControllerLocation: Denver Metropolitan AreaThe ClientOur client is a stable, privately held leader in the agribusiness sector with a long, successful history. They are a multidivisional company and are looking for a controller for their largest division, a multi-site manufacturing operation producing highly customized products for their customers.Position SummaryThe Operations Controller is a strategic finance leader responsible for partnering with operations management to improve profitability, operational efficiency, and financial performance across the company's manufacturing operations. This role serves as the primary owner of inventory controls, valuation, reconciliation, and reporting across all manufacturing facilities, while working closely with operations to maintain accurate inventory records and minimize variances.In addition to inventory management, the Operations Controller will provide actionable financial analysis that helps identify opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen decision-making, and drive continuous process improvement across the organization.The Operations Controller serves as a trusted business partner to operations directors, plant managers, procurement, logistics, technical teams, and executive leadership. This position is expected to grow into a broader leadership role with responsibility for overseeing the operations accounting function and managing a team of finance professionals.ResponsibilitiesInventory ManagementOversee inventory accounting for raw materials, finished goods, and equipmentInvestigate inventory variances and implement corrective actions in coordination with the Operations teamCoordinate and oversee physical inventory counts on-site, if necessaryMonitor inventory turnover on specific items and assist with inventory management tasks as neededSupport inventory valuation in accordance with GAAPOperational Business PartnerProvide financial guidance on operational initiativesEvaluate capital expenditure requests and return-on-investment analysesOversee the process to pay third-party freight providersOversee accounting for equipment transactionsPartner closely with Operations Leadership, Plant Managers, Procurement & Logistics, technical/product teams, and capital projects leadershipFinancial AnalysisAnalyze financial performance and identify opportunities to improve profitabilityPrepare monthly operational financial reports and KPI dashboardsDevelop financial analysis supporting strategic business decisionsAnalyze monthly results by manufacturing locationAdditional ResponsibilitiesMonitor accounts receivable aging to identify delinquent accounts and emerging collection risksEnsure compliance with company accounting policiesSupport external auditsLead ongoing accounting initiatives, including ERP and other system implementations and upgrades, as well as process enhancements focused on improving system efficiency, internal controls, and business processesQualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldCPA preferred4–10 years of progressive accounting and finance experienceExperience with inventory accountingProficient in ERP systems and Business Intelligence/reporting toolsProficient in Microsoft ExcelStrong knowledge of GAAP, inventory accounting, manufacturing cost accounting, standard costing, and variance analysisExperience in agriculture, food or animal nutrition manufacturing, commodity processing, or other process manufacturing preferredStrong accounting expertise with a hands-on understanding of inventory and manufacturing operationsRequired SkillsStrategic thinkerStrong business acumenExcellent analytical skillsEffective communicatorCollaborative leadership styleProcess improvement mindsetFor more information on this confidential opportunity, contact Sylvia Moreira at Boaz Partners: 470.344.0542