Controller at Sagency

ControllerBaker BoyDickinson NDFull-TimeABOUT BAKER BOY Baker Boy is a family-owned bakery manufacturer based in Dickinson North Dakota founded in 1955. Baker Boy produces a wide array of premium baked goods such as donuts breads rolls pastries and doughs for foodservice convenience stores retail and private label customers. The company is built on a culture of hands-on collaboration and customer-first service where team members are empowered to innovate committed to baking excellence and working together in a friendly entrepreneurial environment to help each other and customers succeed.ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITYThe Controller will support the CFO by ensuring the accuracy integrity and reliability of all financial information across the organization. This role provides disciplined financial management strong internal controls and clear reporting that enables the CFO to guide strategy financial planning and profitable growth. Through dependable processes cost insight and collaborative partnership with Operations HR Sales and Leadership the Controller strengthens Baker Boys ability to make sound decisions and uphold our commitment to quality accountability and long-term financial stability.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES TO ACHIEVE SUCCESSThe Key Accountabilities for the position include but are not limited to the following:Financial Reporting & Accounting IntegrityDeliver accurate and timely monthly quarterly and year-end financial statementsMaintain a structured month-end close process that meets the CFOs timelineEnsure all reconciliations journal entries and financial data are accurate and supportedMonitor compliance with GAAP and company policiesFinancial Planning Budgeting & Support for the CFOAssist the CFO with annual budgeting and financial planningProvide rolling forecasts supported by reliable data and operational insightPrepare financial analysis that helps the CFO evaluate scenarios and strategic optionsSupport board-level and executive-level reporting as requestedCost Accounting & Operational FinanceMaintain and improve standard cost modelsAnalyze production variances yields waste and labor cost driversProvide Operations and the CFO with accurate margin analysisSupport continuous improvement by translating operational changes into financial impactInternal Controls & Risk ManagementMaintain strong internal controls to protect company assetsMonitor compliance with tax regulatory and audit requirementsLead audit preparation coordinating directly with auditors under CFO guidanceIdentify risks and propose control improvements to the CFOCash Flow & Working Capital SupportSupport CFO oversight of AR AP and working capitalEnsure discipline in credit collections and vendor payment processesRecommend improvements to enhance cash consistency and predictabilitySystems Processes & EfficiencyStrengthen accounting systems for accuracy and efficiencyDocument policies procedures and workflowsReduce manual processes through automation and standardizationSupport CFO in evaluating financial systems and technology improvementsTeam Leadership & Cross-Functional PartnershipLead and develop the accounting teamSupport managers and Senior Leadership with clear financial informationBuild strong working relationships with Operations HR IT and SalesCommunicate financial information in a clear and practical mannerHOW SUCCESS LOOKS AND FEELS AT BAKER BOYThe Controller is successful when:Financial statements are accurate on time and trustedThe CFO receives clear concise information that improves decision-makingOperations feels informed and supported with practical cost dataManagers and Key Leadership understand the financial impact of their decisionsThe accounting team is reliable confident and improvingFinancial systems and controls run smoothly without dramaThe Controller models the calm disciplined presence expected in a premium food manufacturerREQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITIONThe ideal candidate for the position will match as many of the qualifications as possible listed below:Bachelors degree in accounting or finance; CPA preferred but not required. An advanced degree or interest in future executive-level development is a plus6 to 8 years of progressive accounting experience ideally within a manufacturing environment. Experience contributing to cross-functional or enterprise-level initiatives is advantageousStrong cost accounting expertise in a process or batch manufacturing setting. Ability to connect cost insights to margin pricing and operational decision-makingERP fluency with demonstrated experience improving processes accuracy or reporting efficiency. Exposure to food-grade traceability or comparable systems is beneficialProven ability to partner effectively with Operations and translate financial data into practical decisions. Comfort engaging with senior leaders and contributing to forecasting planning and forward-looking analysisDemonstrated leadership ability with the capacity to guide develop and support an accounting team. Interest in building broader financial capability over time is strongly valuedStrong communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders. A mindset of openness curiosity and continuous improvement is expectedTHE SEARCHSagency an executive search and leadership consulting firm has been retained for this Controller search. Sagencyconsultants will review and evaluate all interested parties to help the hiring team review a final group for consideration. The search will be conducted in a professional manner and all potential candidates will be given consideration. Candidate conversations and information will be handled with great discretion and Baker Boy are equal-opportunity employers.If after reviewing this Opportunity Profile you believe your experience capabilities and passion align with the requirements of this role we welcome your interest. The application and selection process will proceed as follows:Step 1: Submit Your Application -Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.Step 2: Interview with Sagency - Qualified candidates may first be contacted for a brief phone conversation followed by a 60-minute video interview with a Sagency Executive Search Consultant.Step 3: Client Interviews- Top candidates will be invited to participate in the first round of interviews with Baker Boy. Thank you for your time and interest in this role. Key Skills Aviation Safety,Corporate Banking,Front Office,AC Maintenance,Cosmetics,Art Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1