Finance Lead

Join a growing agricultural seed and cattle organization based in Livingston, WI. This on-site Finance Lead role blends hands-on financial operations with strategic input to support daily financial management, budgeting, reporting, and long-term planning. The company champions integrity, operational efficiency, and sustainable growth within a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment. This full-time position is on site in Livingston.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting process for the business, crop operations, and projects.
• Develop and monitor financial reports, year-end analyses, and profitability metrics.
• Oversee billing, invoicing, accounts receivable, and depreciation schedules.
• Coordinate tax preparation and maintain comprehensive financial records.
• Manage loans, lender relationships, and capital expenditure planning.
• Administer payroll through ADP and oversee profit-sharing calculations.
• Support crop marketing strategies, including commodity pricing, hedging, and risk management.
• Coordinate cattle purchases and provide financial analysis for livestock decisions.
• Prepare year-end intercompany agreements and oversee financial activity across multiple entities.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen profitability.
• Serve as a core member of the leadership team, delivering financial insight to inform business decisions and long-term strategy.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Agricultural Business, Economics or an equivalent combination of education and work experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of seed production, grain marketing, and livestock operations is preferred.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance analysis.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Proficiency in accounting principles, including general ledger management and month-end close activities.
• Ability to prepare, review, and interpret financial statements and related reports with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent analytical skills for identifying trends, risks, and opportunities and providing data-driven recommendations.
• Experience with financial software and spreadsheets; comfortable working with data and reporting tools.
• Clear and professional communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to work on-site, manage multiple priorities, and maintain confidentiality and ethical standards.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial agricultural environment.
• Interest in growing into expanded leadership responsibilities over time.

Technology

Payroll management supported by ADP.

About Biddick, Inc.

Biddick, Inc. is a growing agricultural seed and cattle organization based in Livingston, WI, focused on growing and delivering products and services to its customers while maintaining strong community and industry relationships. The company values integrity, operational efficiency, and long-term financial stability. Team members are encouraged to contribute ideas that improve processes and support sustainable growth. Biddick, Inc. offers a collaborative environment where individuals can develop and contribute to the company’s ongoing success.