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Controller

Specialized Recruiting Group

1 Positions

ID: 70528

Posted On 06/16/2025

Refreshed On 07/17/2025

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

Primary Contact

1707166244319

Molly Wand

Executive Recruiter,

(563)583-1600

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[email protected]

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Job Details

Categories

Accounting/Auditing

Location

Dubuque, IA

Shift

First Shift

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Pay/Salary

$80-$95K

Qualifications

Education

Bachelors

Experience

2-5 Years

Company ID

36232

Job REQ #

\# Positions

1

Start Date

20250616

End Date

20250829

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Specialized Recruiting Group

About the Company

Specialized Recruiting Group is an Express Employment Professionals company with a focus on Professional and Executive Search. We recruit and maintain a pipeline of highly skilled professionals in a variety of areas for interim/project assignments, contract-to-hire assignments, and permanent (direct hire) placement. Our team is uniquely equipped to help companies find the talent their business needs, and help talented professionals take the next step in their careers.

Specialized Recruiting Group is proud to serve the communities of Dubuque, Waterloo, and Southwest WI with a full offering of recruiting, training, and human resource services. Since we opened our doors, we have focused on not only helping companies find top talent, but also helping them develop and retain talent.