Director, Finance Cargill Risk Management
Wayzata, MN - USA
Job Summary
Cargill is committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe responsible and sustainable way. Sitting at the heart of the supply chain we partner with farmers and customers to source make and deliver products that are vital for living.
Our 155000 team members innovate with purpose providing customers with lifes essentials so businesses can grow communities prosper and consumers live well. With over 160 years of experience as a family company we look ahead while remaining true to our values. We put people first. We reach higher. We do the right thingtoday and for generations to come.
This role is based at Cargills Global Headquarters in Wayzata Minnesota and currently offers a hybrid work environment with a minimum of four (4) days in the office and one (1) day remote each week.
- The Director Finance - Cargill Risk Management (CRM) is responsible for leading accounting financial control product governance valuation oversight and finance processes across Cargill Risk Management (CRM). This role serves as a key business partner to commercial trading operations risk and leadership teams ensuring new products transactions and strategic initiatives are supported by robust accounting control reporting and regulatory frameworks.
- FINANCE ACCOUNTING & CONTROL LEADERSHIP: Leads the financial stewardship and accounting governance framework for Cargill Risk Management (CRM) ensuring the integrity of financial reporting valuation processes balance sheet management and control execution across the organization. This role provides strategic oversight of accounting implications related to new products transactions and business initiatives.
- REGULATORY & CONTROL FRAMEWORK: Ensures CRM maintains a strong governance and control environment by overseeing compliance with accounting financial reporting regulatory and risk management requirements. This role partners with Accounting Risk Operations Compliance and Audit teams to establish effective controls support regulatory obligations evaluate new business activities and safeguard the integrity of CRMs financial and operational processes while enabling commercial growth.
- VALUATION & MIDDLE OFFICE OVERSIGHT: Provides oversight of CRMs valuation and middle-office processes to ensure accurate mark-to-market reporting pricing methodologies transaction controls and financial transparency across trading portfolios. The role partners closely with Trading Risk Operations and Technology teams to support new product implementation strengthen valuation governance and maintain reliable financial reporting and operational controls as the business grows.
- LEADERSHIP TALENT MANAGEMENT & BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP: Leads and develops the CRM Finance and Accounting team building organizational capabilities strengthening talent and driving a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Serves as a strategic partner to commercial trading risk operations and executive leadership teams providing financial insight and decision support to help achieve CRMs growth and business objectives.
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum requirement of 6 years of relevant work experience. Typically reflects 10 years or more of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Deep knowledge of commodity trading OTC derivatives and risk management activities.
- Expertise in accounting valuation trade lifecycle management and financial controls.
- Experience in leading finance transformation and system implementations.
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements related to commodity and derivative trading.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and large-scale process improvement initiatives.
The expected salary for this position is $160000 - $ varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location certifications education and level of experience. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. This position is eligible for a discretionary incentive award. The incentive award amount is dependent upon company performance and your personal performance.
At Cargill we put people first. As part of your overall rewards we offer a comprehensive benefit program including medical and/or other benefits dependent on the position offered and hours worked. Visit: learn more (subject to certain collective bargaining agreements for Union positions).
Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vet.
Required Experience:
Director
About Company
Cargill, Incorporated is an American privately held global corporation based in Minnetonka, Minnesota, and incorporated in Wilmington, Delaware. Founded in 1865, it is the largest privately held corporation in the United States in terms of revenue.