VP of Finance

Scope of Position

We seek an experienced and strategic Vice President of Finance to join our executive leadership team. This individual will be a key advisor to ownership and senior management, providing financial insights to support strategic decision-making, optimize performance, and drive sustainable growth. The VP of Finance will lead all financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and analysis while overseeing key administrative functions, including HR and IT. This role plays a vital part in shaping the company's long-term vision and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Analyze financial performance for profits, trends, cost control, and adherence to budgetary goals.
• Provide strategic financial guidance, including capital financing strategies to support growth initiatives.
• Conduct return-on-investment (ROI) analyses for new projects, revenue initiatives, capital expenditures, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand revenue and cost drivers; develop and maintain relevant financial reports.
• Support pricing strategies, product costing, and customer/product profitability analysis.
• Design, implement, and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Identify and implement systems, tools, and processes to improve financial planning, reporting, and forecasting capabilities.
• Manage the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Effectively communicate financial insights and critical matters to internal and external stakeholders.
• Improve and oversee administrative services such as treasury, payroll, purchasing, and inventory management.
• Develop and manage relationships with financial institutions and lending partners.
• Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, consultants, and accounting firms.
• Monitor cash flow, manage debt levels, and maintain optimal liquidity.
• Oversee insurance programs and ensure regulatory and contractual compliance.
• Build and scale the finance team in alignment with company growth, including hiring, coaching, performance reviews, and professional development.
• Provide leadership and oversight to administrative teams, including Office Management, Human Resources, and IT.
• Coordinate IT strategies and manage relationships with IT vendors and consultants.
• Foster a high-performance culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence.
• Actively contribute to executive team discussions and company-wide strategic planning.
• Take on additional finance and administrative responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics (required)
• MBA or CPA/CMA designation (preferred)
• Minimum 10 years of financial leadership experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment
• At least 3 years in a senior management or executive role

Skills & Competencies

• Proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams
• Strong technical proficiency, including advanced Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (Syspro experience preferred)
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Clear and confident communication, both written and verbal
• Collaborative leadership style with cross-functional influence
• Deep understanding of operations, sales, and quality integration with finance
• High integrity, sound judgment, and a commitment to ethical practices

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Direct oversight of the Accounting team, Office Manager, HR, and IT personnel