Job Description

If you have experience as a D istribution Center Finance Controller we are interested in talking to you. The Distribution Finance Controller, based in Underwood, IA , plays a critical role in managing all the financial aspects related to the supply chain operations here at Jack Link’s. Key responsibilities include developing and maintaining financial models to track and forecast supply chain costs and associated expenses for warehousing, transportation (inbound and outbound), 3rd party providers, and associated repacking operations. This role ensures accurate inventory levels, analyzes key performance metrics, and partners with site leadership to maximize workflow efficiencies. Additionally, the Distribution Finance Controller manages SG&A expenses for Procurement, Logistics, and Customer Service, oversees financial reporting, annual operating plan development, compliance, cost control, network and financial analysis. As a member of the supply chain management team, this role also plans, organizes, directs, and leads the Distribution Center support staff located in Underwood and Laurens, IA.

• Leadership: Lead, coach, engage and professionally develop two direct and five indirect team members with a focus on developing functional, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• Transportation Reporting and Analysis: Direct and manage reporting metrics, tracking models and analysis (e.g., volume mix impact)
• Month-end Close/Forecasting: Handle period-end journal entries (JE’s), financial roll-up, prepare decks, and participate in Operations results meetings
• Secondary Manufacturing Finance Lead : Manage cost accounting and analysis, conduct labor analysis and review, update Bills of Materials (BOM) and routing, and provide project support as needed.
• Warehouse Operation Finance Support: Conduct labor analysis and review and provide project support.
• Capital Expenditure Management, Analysis, and Support: Oversee and analyze capital expenditures, providing necessary support.
• SG &A Expense Management: Manage SG&A expenses for Customer Service, Logistics, and Procurement.
• Support Continuous Improvement : Contribute to pipeline ideation, financial validation, and reporting to drive continuous improvement
• Technology Integration : Oversee the implementation of financial software and systems to streamline distribution processes
• Other : Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary

Qualifications

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related degree program or equivalent

Required Experience:

• 5 years of related professional finance experience; 3 years leadership experience managing a team of accountants, financial analysts or similar
• Strong knowledge of Distribution Center and supply chain operations is required preferably in the CPG space.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Advanced analytical skills and ability to analyze financial data, make informed decisions, and communicate
• Experience of using an ERP (ideally SAP) to control supply chain financials
• Attention to detail; ensure accuracy in financial reporting and compliance
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Preferred:

• Prior cost accounting experience, either in a retail, food, grocery or consumer goods organization
• Demonstrated experience working with SAP
• CPA license
• Prior business management experience
• Advanced knowledge of warehouse operations, modern warehouse procedures or warehouse management systems

JACK LINK’S CORE VALUES:

Company values: Be Real, Speed Matters, Stewardship, Relationship Driven, Self-Discipline, and Show Awesome Character.

Additional Information

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Jack Link’s provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.

E-VERIFY:
Jack Link’s is participant in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For information about the E-Verify program, please visit: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.