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Director, Accounting & Finance

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The role of the Director of Accounting and Finance is to manage the day-to-day financial information flow across the organization. This role works strategically to manage budgets, accounts, forecasts, cash flow, compliance, and reports. This position manages employees within NCGA’s Accounting department.


Reports to: Vice President, Operations 


Organization Overview

Founded in 1957, NCGA represents nearly 37,000 dues-paying corn farmers nationwide and the interests of more than 300,000 growers who contribute through corn checkoff programs in their states. Our mission is to create opportunities for corn farmers. We do that in partnership with 50 affiliated state organizations by: 

  • Advocating for favorable policies for corn farmers in Washington, D.C.
  • Growing demand for corn and corn products around the globe.
  • Driving sustainable corn farming practices at the farmgate.
  • Building trust of corn farmers and farming among key influencers.

NCGA is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri and maintains an additional office in Washington, D.C. The organization is led by the Corn Board, a 15-member board of directors that are elected to their respective terms by our Corn Congress delegate body. 


Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities


Accounting

  • Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (GAAP) and tax regulations.
  • Analyze financial data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
  • Maintain accurate financial records and ensure the integrity of financial data.
  • Oversee the annual audit process. 
  • Preparation and interpretation of monthly financial statements for staff and farmer leaders.
  • Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial models. 
  • Identify opportunities to expand internal process efficiency by leveraging new software/technology.
  • Manage internal control procedures.
  • Support the organization’s strategic plan goals and objectives.
  • Serve as Treasurer for the Corn Board and Lead Staff for NCGA’s Finance Committee.
  • Lead various financial-related ad hoc tasks and projects, as needed.  

Treasury Function

  • Oversee cash flow management.
  • Recommend and implement investment strategies designed to optimize liquidity and minimize risk.
  • Manage relationships with banks and other financial institutions.

Team Management

  • Lead and mentor NCGA’s accounting team, providing guidance and support.
  • Hire, train, and evaluate team members to ensure performance.
  • Foster a positive and collaborative work environment. 

Qualifications

  • Non-profit accounting and financial reporting experience preferred.
  • Ability to lead, mentor, coach and inspire employees.
  • Proficiency with Oracle NetSuite preferred.
  • Familiarity with public and private grant funding and reporting a plus. 
  • Interpersonal skills necessary to work with an extensive variety of people; build appropriate rapport; build constructive and effective relationships; use diplomacy and tact; and can comfortably diffuse any high-tension situations in a professional manner.
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills, including public speaking.
  • Uses critical thinking skills to solve the problem in front of them.
  • Collaborates effectively across teams and stakeholders.
  • Possess a passion for agriculture.

Education/Experience 

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
  • Master’s degree in accounting or finance preferred.
  • Active CPA license in good standing.
  • Ten (10) years’ experience with a minimum of five (5) years working as an accountant, auditor, analyst, or similar role. 

Travel

Requires travel (15%). Must have a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.


Position Type/Location

Full-Time Chesterfield, MO/Hybrid (Up to 2 days a week from home)


NCGA is an equal opportunity employer.

The National Corn Growers Association is committed to cultivating a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity and belonging. Our goal is to attract qualified candidates and encourage applications from all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 


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