Financial Controller

Job Title: Financial Controller
Location: Seward, NE (On-site)
Salary: $85,000 – $135,000

Build Something From the Ground Up

This is not a typical Controller role.

We’re partnering with a growing organization in the agriculture sector that is launching a brand-new facility in the Seward, Nebraska area—and they’re hiring a Financial Controller to help build the accounting function from the ground up.

This is a newly created role, not a backfill. You won’t be inheriting someone else’s systems—you’ll be helping design, implement, and own them.

Even more compelling: you’ll be brought in before operations fully ramp, giving you the rare opportunity to get ahead of the business, learn the systems, and help shape how everything runs moving forward.

Why This Role Is Different

• ️ Build vs. Maintain – Help create processes, systems, and structure from day one

• ⏱️ Runway to Learn & Implement – Join before full production ramps, not after

• Real Growth Potential – Role and compensation expected to grow as the operation scales

• High Visibility – Direct interaction with executive leadership and ownership

• Ownership & Autonomy – You will be the go-to person for all things accounting at this site

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Owning all accounting operations for the facility

• Ensuring accurate, timely financial reporting (P&L, balance sheet, GL, etc.)

• Implementing and improving internal controls

• Leading month-end close and reconciliation processes

• Supporting audit activities

• Overseeing a small team (AP, payroll/HR, admin)

• Partnering with leadership and contributing to financial visibility and decision-making

• Working within a new ERP environment being implemented

What They’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred)

• ~4 years of accounting or finance experience

• Strong attention to detail and accountability

• Experience with ERP systems (any platform)

• Exposure to manufacturing, operations, or cost accounting is a plus

• Leadership experience or readiness to step into leadership

Who This Role Is Ideal For

• A Controller who wants more ownership and impact

• A Senior Accountant ready to step up into a leadership role

• Someone who enjoys building systems—not just maintaining them

• A professional who thrives in a growing, evolving environment

Compensation & Benefits

• $85,000 – $135,000 base salary (depending on experience)

• Annual bonus structure

• 100% employer-paid family health insurance

• Dental and vision options (low-cost)

• PTO with flexibility based on experience

• Relocation assistance available

Timing

• Target start: Summer to early Fall

• Opportunity to join early and help shape the operation before full ramp-up

Final Thought

If you’ve ever wanted the chance to step into a role where you can truly build something, take ownership, and grow with it—this is that opportunity.