VP Finance & Administration

Salary : based on experience

• Do you want to serve as the strategic financial leader for a growing North American business, influencing both operational and executive decision-making?
• Are you energized by leading cross-functional teams across finance, HR, IT, and procurement in a dynamic environment?
• Can you balance financial discipline, operational efficiency, and compliance while building scalable systems that support long-term growth?

Flottweg Separation Technology, Inc. (Flottweg) is the North American subsidiary of Flottweg SE, a globally recognized German manufacturer of industrial separation solutions. For decades, Flottweg has engineered high-performance centrifuges, belt presses, and systems that support critical processes across industries such as food and beverage, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and environmental applications.

Known for German engineering excellence, innovation, and precision manufacturing, Flottweg delivers reliable, high-quality solutions that help customers optimize production and sustainability. The company’s North American operations, headquartered in Independence, Kentucky, support customers across the United States and Canada with sales, service, and technical expertise.

As part of a global organization, Flottweg combines international scale and stability with a collaborative, team-oriented culture. Employees benefit from strong leadership, long-term strategic vision, and the opportunity to contribute to a business focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

This position is onsite at the office in Independence, Kentucky.

The VP Finance & Administration serves as the senior financial and operational leader for Flottweg’s U.S. and Canadian operations. This role is responsible for driving financial performance, ensuring compliance, and leading key administrative functions, while acting as a strategic business partner to the General Manager and global leadership.

Strategic Financial Leadership & Business Partnership

• Serve as the primary financial advisor to the General Manager and regional leadership team
• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with corporate objectives
• Provide financial modeling, scenario analysis, and actionable insights to support business decisions and growth initiatives
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning across the U.S. and Canada
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP, IFRS, and corporate standards
• Manage cash flow, liquidity, and banking relationships while optimizing working capital
• Oversee tax planning, filings, audits, and compliance with all U.S. and Canadian regulatory requirements
• Maintain strong internal controls and governance practices
• Oversee insurance programs and risk mitigation strategies to safeguard company assets
• Perform initial commercial and legal review of contracts and other binding agreements to manage risk

Operational & Administrative Leadership

• Lead and oversee HR, IT, procurement, purchasing, and general administrative functions
• Ensure policies, processes, and systems support operational efficiency, scalability, and compliance
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators to drive accountability and operational performance
• Support legal, corporate governance, and board-related administrative activities

Procurement, Inventory & Operational Finance

• Provide oversight of purchasing and procurement strategies, including vendor management and cost optimization
• Oversee inventory controls, valuation, and reporting to align with financial and operational targets
• Monitor inventory levels, cycle counts, and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and efficiency

Systems, Process Improvement & ERP Leadership

• Oversee ERP (SAP) functionality, system optimization, and process integration
• Partner with IT and global teams on system enhancements, upgrades, and data integrity
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reporting, and scalability

Team Leadership & Organizational Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop finance, administrative, and purchasing teams
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and…