Chief Financial Officer

ePac Flexible Packaging is a rapidly growing company with locations across the United States, Canada, Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia.  Built on break-through digital printing, ePac is at the crossroads of advanced technology and manufacturing. ePac’s mission is to provide locally-based consumer packaged goods companies the ability to compete with large brands with great packaging. Our customers are predominantly locally-based small and medium-sized CPGs, many of whom are focused on creating natural and innovative products for their consumers. Since opening our first manufacturing facility in 2016, our mission has been clear – to help small brands obtain big brand presence, give back to the communities we serve and contribute to the creation of a more sustainable, circular economy. 

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Chief Financial Officer will serve as a key member of the executive management team and drive all financial planning, business modeling, accounting, treasury, forecasting and management reporting activities for ePac. This position will be responsible for the development of a financial strategy and metrics tied to that strategy, and the ongoing development and monitoring of control systems designed to preserve company assets.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Lead financial and accounting operations across the organization, partnering with leadership to develop and implement operating initiatives.
• Partner with the other members of the Executive management team on financing strategy, board communications, company culture and corporate development, utilizing existing relationships and building new ones across the finance community
• Responsible for supporting ePac’s growth, while managing the company's liquidity needs, forecasting process, and developing key business insights.
• Own stakeholder due diligence, board packages, and run monthly financial business processes.
• Deliver an internal consolidated close by the 10th business day of each month .
• Synchronize operational and financial strategy, ensure effective capital structure and manage the budgeting process.
• Oversee all financial reporting to executive leadership, board directors and investors. Develop dashboards and metrics to track the business financial performance and drive strategy.
• Ability to wear multiple hats and be a hands-on leader. Allocate resources to build an effective team structure that balances process, accountability and scalability while facilitating innovation.
• Build and mentor Finance and Accounting teams and support through the implementation of systems, processes, internal controls and policies
• Demonstrate strong Financial stewardship. Direct resource allocation and monitor company expenditures.
• Oversee internal and external Financial Reporting in accordance with GAAP
• Ensuring that the annual audit is completed on a timely basis. 
• Provide support on various operational tasks including P&L and financial projections, pricing and valuation models and company presentations

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong financial acumen and experience of overseeing the profitable growth of a fast growing manufacturing company
• A high level of integrity when it comes to decision making and risk-taking
• A proactive, thought-leadership mentality; confidence to function as advisor to company ownership
• Strong communication and team building skills, with the ability to develop and maintain productive relationships 
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage a heavy workload.
• Outstanding strategic planning skills and the ability to translate complex company objectives into actionable plans.
• Ability to deal with multiple financial institutions and balance different capital structures for liquidity needs.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• The candidate chief financial officer should have a master's degree in accounting or business administration, or 10 years of progressive experience. 
• MBA in Finance or a CPA is preferred but not required 
• At least 2 years of experience in managing a treasury function or in a treasury role.
• Must have 5 years of managing a team.
• Expert in US GAAP methods and practices.
• 5 years of leadership-level financial management experience in a manufacturing environment
• Must have experience in partnering with an executive team and have a high level of written and oral communication skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

ePac is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EEO Poster

OTHER

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, and employees will also perform other reasonable related business duties as assigned by management. The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties as needed. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

I have read the above job description and acknowledge my understanding of the duties and responsibilities set forth herein. I understand this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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