Joshua Olson
Worthington,MN
Summary
Professional financial expert equipped to drive operational efficiency and profitability. Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and cost management. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving measurable results. Reliable and flexible, adept at adapting to changing business needs. Proficient in ERP systems, financial reporting, and internal controls.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Controller
JBS
Worthington, MN
01.2025 - Current
- Oversee all financial activities at the plant level, including general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
- Prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
- Manage the plant's financial reporting process, ensuring compliance with GAAP and other relevant regulations.
- Develop and implement internal controls to protect company assets and ensure the accuracy of financial data.
- Collaborate with plant management to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve financial performance.
- Provide financial guidance and support to plant management on a regular basis.
- Lead and mentor the accounting team at the plant.
Expense Control Manager
JBS
Worthington, MN
01.2019 - 01.2025
- Compile and track information regarding expenses and costs associated with operation of plant facility
- Complete daily and weekly reports containing information pertaining to all costs and expenses associated with plant operation
- Analyze reports and develop recommendations for decreasing costs
- Work closely with entire plant management and staff to continually drive the recommended cost reductions into the P&L reporting.
- Set plant goals regarding expenses
Quality Control Supervisor
JBS
Worthington, MN
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Responsible for the overseeing of Quality Specifications throughout Production
- Supervising the training, teaching, and growth of the Coldside Quality Assurance Technicians
- Responsible for working with and complying to USDA regulations
- Follow and teaching Food Safety principles throughout the plant
- Working closely with Production Supervisors and Superintendents to produce products that met and exceed customer satisfaction
Production Supervisor
JBS
Worthington, MN
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Responsible for the Supervision of Loin Boning Department
- Managing the training and development of the employees throughout the department
- Responsible for yield improvements, quality, turnover, manning, and productivity of the department
- Strong understanding for quality expectations of the products and food safety responsibilities of the employees
- Strong understanding for the order process, setting up orders, and filling orders on a daily basis
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management, Business Administration
Minnesota State University
Mankato, MN05-2012
Associate in Arts - undefined
Minnesota West Community & Technical College
Worthington, MN05-2009
Skills
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access)
- Dean’s List- Minnesota State University & Minnesota West Community College
- Month end close
- Management reporting
- Operational efficiency
- Financial statements
- Financial reporting
- Internal controls
- GAAP compliance
- Year-end close
- Accounting management
- Expense control
Accomplishments
- Directed a team of 17 in overseeing accounting operations for one of the leading Protein Processing Plants in the United States.
- Implemented accounting procedures and enhanced financial controls to boost financial reporting under U.S. GAAP and SOX Compliance requirements.
Timeline
Plant Controller
JBS
01.2025 - Current
Expense Control Manager
JBS
01.2019 - 01.2025
Quality Control Supervisor
JBS
01.2018 - 01.2019
Production Supervisor
JBS
01.2014 - 01.2018
Associate in Arts - undefined
Minnesota West Community & Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Business Management, Business Administration
Minnesota State University