Vice President of Finance

Globe Food Equipment, a Middleby company, is a global leader in manufacturing foodservice equipment for restaurants, schools, healthcare facilities, supermarkets, and more. With a diverse product portfolio that includes commercial mixers, slicers, electric and gas cooking equipment, and a wide range of food preparation solutions, Globe is committed to delivering innovative, high-quality solutions to our customers worldwide.

We are seeking a Vice President of Finance to join our senior leadership team and help drive the company’s strategic and financial success. Reporting directly to the President, the VP of Finance will play a critical role in shaping and executing strategic business initiatives, providing leadership to senior and mid-level managers, and spearheading company-wide strategic planning and leadership development initiatives. This role oversees the finance and human resource functions of the company which include:

Responsibilities:

Finance Department:

• Serve as Globe’s primary liaison to Middleby Corporate, ensuring compliance with directives and inquiries.
• Lead financial planning processes, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting, including GAAP-compliant financial statements.
• Collaborate with the Corporate Tax department on federal, state, and local tax compliance and preparation.
• Provide precise sales reporting to internal teams, corporate finance, customers, and buying groups.
• Distribute internal management reports and performance data.
• Develop and maintain internal controls across all financial processes.
• Oversee treasury activities, including banking, wires, and payment approvals.
• Oversee payroll and time management process.
• Maintain property records and manage capital expenditure process.

Human Resources:

• Serve as a trusted advocate and resource for employees.
• Oversee recruiting, hiring, and onboarding processes.
• Lead employee benefits management, including open enrollment, issue resolution, and vendor relations.
• Maintain and update the employee handbook, policies, and job descriptions.
• Manage performance and salary structures.
• Ensure compliance with record retention and reporting requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business required; master’s degree preferred.
• Active CPA certification required.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial management.
• Familiarity with the Macola ERP system is a plus.
• A minimum of 5 years of management and leadership experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic leader to make a significant impact on a growing organization within a dynamic industry.

Globe Food Equipment is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.