Beverage & Dairy Manufacturing | Seward, Nebraska | On-site
If you're currently leading finance within a beverage, bottling, dairy processing, or other food manufacturing environmentand you've been looking for the opportunity to help build something rather than simply maintain itI think this role is worth a conversation.
We're conducting a confidential search on behalf of a growing dairy processing company that's launching a brand-new manufacturing facility in Seward, Nebraska.
This is a newly created leadership position where you'll have the opportunity to help build the accounting and finance function from the ground up while partnering closely with executive leadership and plant operations. If you enjoy creating structure, improving processes, implementing systems, and becoming a true operational business partner, you'll likely find this opportunity both challenging and rewarding.
What makes this opportunity different?
Most Controller positions involve stepping into an established accounting department and maintaining existing processes.
This opportunity is different.
You'll play a key role in helping build the financial infrastructure of a new manufacturing operation. From accounting processes and internal controls to ERP implementation, inventory, cost accounting, and operational reporting, you'll help shape how finance supports the business as the facility continues to grow.
You'll also have the opportunity to work closely with leadership and influence decisions that extend well beyond traditional accounting responsibilities.
What you'll be responsible for
Leading the accounting function for the facility
Financial reporting, month-end close, general ledger, reconciliations, and internal controls
Inventory accounting, cost accounting, manufacturing reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash management
Helping implement and optimize the ERP system while building scalable financial processes
Developing meaningful operational reporting and KPIs that support better decision-making
Partnering closely with plant leadership to improve financial visibility and operational performance
Leading and mentoring a small accounting and administrative team
The background we're most interested in
Our ideal candidate has experience within one or more of the following manufacturing environments:
Dairy processing
Beverage manufacturing
Beverage bottling
Aseptic or UHT manufacturing
Food and beverage manufacturing
The strongest candidates will likely have experience as a Financial Controller, Plant Controller, Manufacturing Controller, Operations Finance Manager, Plant Finance Manager, or Manufacturing Accounting Manager.
Just as important as your technical background is your approach. We're looking for someone who enjoys partnering with operations, takes ownership, builds strong relationships, and naturally looks for ways to improve the business rather than simply maintain the status quo.
Compensation & Benefits
Target compensation around $150,000, with flexibility for exceptional candidates bringing highly relevant beverage, dairy, or bottling manufacturing experience
Annual bonus opportunity
100% employer-paid family medical insurance
Dental and vision coverage
PTO
Relocation assistance available
Why candidates are excited about this opportunity
This is the kind of role that doesn't come along very often. You'll have the chance to build something meaningful, work alongside a collaborative leadership team, and help shape the finance function as a brand-new manufacturing operation grows.
If you'd like to learn more, I'd enjoy hearing about your background and sharing additional details so you can decide whether it's worth exploring further.