CFO

Chief Financial Officer – Agricultural CooperativeLocation: North-Central North DakotaCompensation: $100,000–$150,000, depending on experience. Relocation: Open to candidates willing to relocate

A well-established agricultural cooperative is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to join its leadership team and help guide the organization through its next stage of growth. This is a long-term opportunity with an established operation and a planned leadership transition as the current CFO prepares for retirement in 2027.

What You’ll Do

• Lead long-term financial strategy, budgeting, and forecasting with consideration for agricultural commodity cycles.
• Oversee accounting operations, GAAP compliance, internal controls, and grain accounting.
• Manage financial risk related to commodity trading, grain inventories, and market volatility.
• Serve as a key financial advisor to senior leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Manage relationships with lenders, auditors, and regulatory agencies.
• Help ensure the cooperative maintains strong financial health while supporting its long-term goals.

What We’re Looking For

• CFO, Controller, or senior-level financial leadership experience.
• Previous grain accounting experience is required.
• Strong background in agriculture, grain, agribusiness, or cooperatives.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial controls, and risk management.
• Strong understanding of commodity-driven agricultural businesses.
• Strong communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.

This is a long-term leadership opportunity for an experienced finance professional with a strong agriculture and grain background who wants to play an important role within an established cooperative.

If you have questions reach out to Emily Robbins- emily.robbins@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.