Vice President, Financial Shared Services & Systems

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Company: KeHE Distributors

Location: Naperville, IL 60540

Description:

Why Work for KeHE?

  • Full-time
  • Pay Range: $172,515.00/Yr. - $287,490.00/Yr.
  • Shift Days: , Shift Time:
  • Benefits on Day 1
    • Health/Rx
    • Dental
    • Vision
    • Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
    • Supplemental life insurance
    • 401(k)
    • Paid time off
    • Paid sick time
    • Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
    • Employee stock ownership (ESOP)
    • Holiday pay for company designated holidays


    Overview

    Overview

    Good people, working with good people, for our common good.

    Sound good?

    KeHE-a natural, organic, specialty and fresh food distributor - is all about "good" and is growing, so there's never been a more exciting time to join our team. If you're enthusiastic about working in an environment with a people-first culture and an organization committed to good living, good food and good service, we'd love to talk to you!

    Primary Responsibilities

    The Vice President of Financial Shared Services & Systems will lead and optimize our financial operations. This executive will oversee financial shared services, including accounts payable and accounts receivable while driving the evolution of financial systems to support business growth and efficiency. The role will work cross-functionally to enhance automation, improve process standardization, and ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies. This role requires a visionary leader with deep expertise in financial operations, technology integration, and shared services management. As with all positions at KeHE Distributors, we expect that all actions will be consistent with KeHE's Mission, Vision, and Values.

    Essential Functions

    DUTIES, TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    • Lead and oversee Financial Shared Services functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management.
    • Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for financial systems, optimizing automation, integration, and efficiency.
    • Collaborate with IT and Finance leadership to enhance financial system capabilities, including ERP platforms and automation tools.
    • Drive continuous process improvement initiatives, leveraging technology and best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
    • Ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX, tax regulations, and corporate financial policies.
    • Oversee financial data governance, ensuring data integrity, accuracy, and security.
    • Manage vendor relationships for financial software and outsourced financial services.
    • Lead a high-performing team, providing coaching, mentorship, and career development opportunities.
    • Support mergers, acquisitions, and system integrations, ensuring smooth financial transitions.
    • Develop and monitor KPIs and performance metrics to measure the effectiveness of financial shared services.
    • Partner with senior leadership to align financial systems strategy with broader business goals.
    • Other duties and projects as assigned.


    SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
    • Strong knowledge of GAAP, SOX compliance, and financial controls.
    • Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and project management skills.
    • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
    • Ability to lead and manage teams to achieve company objectives.


    Minimum Requirements, Qualifications, Additional Skills, Aptitude

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
    • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
    • 15+ years of experience in financial shared services, financial systems management, or corporate finance leadership.
    • Extensive experience in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Workday, etc.) and financial process automation.
    • 8+ years of leadership experience in managing large teams and cross-functional initiatives.


    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

    These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

    Requisition ID

    2025-26341

    Equal Employer Opportunity Statement

    KeHE Distributors provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or faith, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training as well as the administration of all Human Resources and Talent Acquisition processes.

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