Vice President Finance

We are partnering with a high-growth, multi-site manufacturing organization seeking a Vice President Finance to join its leadership team. This role will help scale the finance function by strengthening reporting, improving processes, and driving data-informed decision-making across operations.

The Vice President Finance will partner closely with the CFO and executive team, balancing hands-on accounting leadership with strategic insight. This individual will play a key role in supporting growth, enhancing financial visibility, and building scalable systems in a dynamic environment.

Work environment:
Hybrid schedule

• Build, mentor, and lead the accounting and finance team, fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Take full responsibility for the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in compliance with GAAP.
• Manage cost accounting and inventory functions, including standard costing, variance analysis, and tracking of production costs.
• Collaborate closely with operations to evaluate performance, uncover cost drivers, and enhance overall profitability.
• Drive the budgeting and forecasting cycles, along with KPI reporting, to support strategic decision-making and organizational alignment.
• Oversee cash flow and working capital management, maintaining a strong focus on liquidity and financial efficiency.
• Improve financial reporting by developing dashboards and concise reporting packages for senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Strengthen internal controls and continuously refine accounting and operational processes.
• Assess and enhance financial systems to ensure scalability, efficiency, and data integrity.
• Support audit processes, tax compliance, lender reporting, and M&A integration activities.
• Proactively identify cost optimization opportunities and implement best practices across the business.

• 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, with a preference for manufacturing environments.
• Deep expertise in cost accounting, inventory management, and multi-location operations.
• Previous experience in a Controller or Assistant Controller role is highly desirable.
• Exposure to high-growth organizations or private equity-backed companies is a plus.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (Master’s degree is an advantage).
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and manufacturing finance principles.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally and convert financial data into meaningful business insights.