Chief Financial Officer; CFO

About this position

Butternut Mountain Farm is one of the largest maple syrup companies in the world, located in the Green Mountains of northern Vermont. We work closely with maple sugar makers to aggregate production and supply markets too large for any single producer. Our customers include leading national retailers and food manufacturers from emerging brands to Fortune 500 CPGs. With 50 years of experience, we are committed to extraordinary customer service, quality products, and the industry’s health.

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key member of the senior leadership team and reports directly to the Co‑CEOs. The CFO is responsible for the overarching financial strategy and operations of the organization, driving growth through advanced FP&A, sophisticated forecasting, and rigorous cash and liquidity management.

• Strategic Visioning & Business Partnership: Partner closely with the Co‑CEOs and Senior Leadership Team to formulate long‑term strategic plans and deliver forward‑looking scenario modeling and strategic insights.
• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A): Spearhead the organization’s FP&A function, transforming complex data into actionable intelligence and continuously improving reporting capabilities.
• Agile Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead annual business planning, budgeting, and rolling forecasting, balancing growth with profitability while navigating macroeconomic shifts.
• Optimized Cash & Liquidity Management: Direct core treasury functions, focusing on cash flow optimization, working capital management, and long‑term liquidity planning.
• Capital & Banking Alignment: Manage banking relationships in the US and Canada, including working capital, foreign currency lines of credit, and term debt to align capital structure with growth plans.
• Operational & Cost Analysis: Analyze manufacturing costs and track operational performance against the budget via detailed variance reporting.
• Performance Metrics: Translate corporate goals into actionable departmental plans with key performance indicators.
• Team Leadership: Teach, motivate, mentor, and supervise finance and accounting staff to foster continuous improvement and high performance.
• Corporate Governance & Risk: Oversee year‑end audit, tax planning/compliance, and comprehensive risk management initiatives, including insurance, credit limits, and IT security.
• Technology Stewardship: Oversee the IT department to ensure information systems and data architecture support robust financial reporting and business objectives.

• Education: Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), Finance, or Accounting preferred.
• Certification: CPA or Certified Corporate FP&A Professional designation highly preferred.
• Experience: 8 to 10 years of progressive financial management experience, especially in FP&A, budgeting, and strategic planning within food manufacturing, agriculture, or commodities.
• Technical Acumen: Exceptional knowledge of data analysis, financial modeling, forecasting methods, and ERP systems; experience leading an IT department is a plus.
• Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to distill complex financial data into strategic narratives for internal and external stakeholders.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. This full‑time, onsite position is located in Morrisville, VT, with relocation assistance available for the right candidate. Flexible scheduling options are available to support work‑life balance, with limited hybrid work possible once the position is established. We provide a friendly work environment, professional development opportunities, and a path for growth. We are an equal‑opportunity employer fostering diversity and inclusivity.

If you thrive on mentoring a team, enjoy strategic problem solving, and wish to advance your career within a family‑owned organization, submit your resume and cover letter.