Vice President of Finance/CFO

The Vice President of Finance/CFO will report to the CEO and be responsible for all accounting and finance for the organization leading a small dynamic team. The VP of Finance must have strong interpersonal skills and able to connect with the organization and employees of this small close knit manufacturer. The VP of Finance will be highly interactive with the Board Members, and Private Equity firm working closely with the Operating Partner.

Client Details

Our client for the Vice President of Finance opportunity is a Private Equity backed manufacturer of building materials that has been in business over 100 years. They specialize in building materials selling branded products as well as manufacturing private label products for other well-known brands.

The Vice President of Finance/CFO will report to the CEO and be responsible for all accounting and finance for the organization leading a small dynamic team. The VP of Finance must have strong interpersonal skills and able to connect with the organization and employees of this small close knit manufacturer. The VP of Finance will be highly interactive with the Board Members, and Private Equity firm working closely with the Operating Partner.

Description

• Provide executive leadership in the continuous evaluation of short and long term strategic financial objectives and offers recommendations to enhance financial performance and business opportunities
• Responsible for timely, accurate, and consistent reporting of financial information, including full monthly, quarterly and annual closing
• Report to executive management, CEO, and Private Equity firm customer profitability and analysis of performance of results and variance vs budget
• Actively participate in Executive Management Team meetings; provide updates relating to Financials and other areas of responsibility.
• Review business performance and results vs variances to budget, reforecasting and previous performance
• Review operations and SG&A costs
• Establish and report against KPIs
• Maximize working capital, monitor and maintain cash flow, and ensuring funding for expansion and growth
• Ensure the company is financial stable and healthy, while also preparing for the next stage of growth
• Responsible for preparing the annual 3-year and 5-year business plan
• Strategic business planning looking at financial strategies for the organization's goals
• Oversees the organization's risk management including establishing and improving internal controls and procedures
• Responsible for the company's Information Technology function including the company's ERP system and the IT technology used for enabling business efficiency
• Personnel evaluation and/or development of a strong accounting and finance team driving performance while developing and growing team's skillets
• Work on strategic projects including M&A (mergers and acquisitions), IT projects, and other various projects as needed
• Ensure the company is prepared for significant financial transactions M&A and/or exits

Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics or similar required
• MBA and/or CPA/CMA highly preferred
• 10 years in progressive financial leadership roles in a manufacturing environment
• Prior experience working with a Private Equity portfolio company
• Ability and proven track record working with various departments - sales, finance, accounting, HR, engineering, manufacturing, etc.
• Prior experience with M&A and Sell Side transactions
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP
• Proficient with all Microsoft Office applications and products, business intelligence systems
• Extensive knowledge and experience working with ERP systems
• Highly level of honesty, integrity and standing by ethical principles
• Business minded and strong team player mentality
• Strong communication skills written and verbal
• Strong work ethic and high attention to detail with a passion to win and positively influence a company culture

Job Offer

Competitive base salary $200,000 - $250,000 depending on experience, bonus, equity, full benefits, 401K, vacation, holidays. Opportunity to work for a fast growing transforming company that is private equity backed.

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