ABOUT SEARS RANCHES GROUP OF COMPANIES
Sears Ranches Group of Companies is based in Nanton, Alberta, in the heart of the Foothills, one of Canada’s premier farming and ranching regions, known for both its productivity and natural beauty.
What began over 100 years ago as a small, family-owned feedlot has grown into a diversified agricultural operation with interests in ranching, feedlots, farming, and trucking. While the business has evolved, it has remained grounded in the values that built it: hard work, integrity, and a long-term commitment to the land.
Today, the focus is on building a sustainable and forward-thinking agricultural business, one that balances efficiency, innovation, and responsible stewardship for generations to come. The organization offers an environment where individuals can grow alongside the business.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Sears Ranches Group of Companies is seeking a Financial Controller to join a well-established, family-owned agricultural operation with deep roots and a clear vision for the future.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who not only understands the numbers but can bring clarity, structure, and insight into the business. The Financial Controller will play a key role in strengthening financial operations, supporting decision-making, and contributing to the organization’s long-term legacy and succession planning for future CFO retirement.
Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this role operates within a collaborative environment and works closely with both leadership and operations. It offers a unique opportunity to be closely connected to the business, partnering with ownership and leaders to drive performance, support continued growth, and help shape the financial future of a dynamic and evolving agricultural enterprise.
As the organization continues to grow and evolve, this role will be central to strengthening financial discipline and bringing clarity to increasingly complex operations. It is an opportunity to step into a trusted position within a family-owned business where your impact will be visible, valued, and long-lasting.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead full cycle accounting, including general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end and year-end close
- Prepare and deliver accurate financial statements, management reporting, and variance analysis
- Provide clear, actionable financial insights to support decision-making
- Manage cash flow, including short and long-term forecasting
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning
- Monitor financial position, including assets, liabilities, and risk
- Support capital allocation and investment decisions
- Support management of the loan portfolio in partnership with the CFO
- Maintain relationships with lenders and financial institutions
- Monitor debt structures and covenant requirements
- Assist with financing activities, reporting, and lender packages
- Maintain strong internal controls and financial governance practices
- Improve accounting processes, accuracy, and efficiency
- Ensure the integrity of financial data across systems
- Provide oversight across related entities and intercompany transactions
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax, and regulatory requirements
- Coordinate with external accountants, auditors, and advisors
- Partner with operations to understand performance drivers within the business
- Provide financial guidance on cost management and operational decisions
- Support leadership with clear and relevant financial information
- Support financial modeling, projects, and business initiatives
- Contribute to long-term planning and succession efforts
- Act as a trusted partner to ownership and leadership
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- CPA designation is required
- Strong foundation in financial accounting, reporting, and internal controls
- Experience with Great Plains and or Infor is an asset
- Previous experience with systems upgrade/conversion is an asset
- Agriculture and/or cattle industry experience is an asset
- Experience in a multi-entity, owner-operated, or entrepreneurial environment is preferred
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Strong business acumen with the ability to connect financial results to operational performance
- High level of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail
- Ability to bring structure to an evolving environment
- Comfortable balancing hands-on execution with strategic thinking
- Collaborative, approachable, and solutions-oriented
- Motivated by contributing to long-term growth and legacy
Candidates are asked to apply through MNP’s official process and to refrain from approaching Sears Ranches Group or its staff members directly. You may also submit your resume directly via email with Sears Ranches in the subject line to Daniela.SanPedro@mnp.ca
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