Vice President Finance

Our client, a fast-growing private equity-owned food manufacturer, is seeking a hands-on, high-potential finance leader to partner closely with the CEO and leadership team. This is a unique opportunity for a finance professional to step into a broad, impactful role.

This is not a traditional corporate finance position. The VP of Finance will be eager to roll up their sleeves, work cross-functionally, and help drive the business forward in a highly operational, manufacturing environment.

What You’ll Do

• Partner directly with leadership to support day-to-day financial operations and strategic decision-making
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning
• Own financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages
• Build and enhance KPIs, dashboards, and financial visibility across the business
• Drive margin improvement through cost accounting, pricing analysis, and operational insights
• Analyze customer, product, and channel profitability to support growth and decision-making
• Improve cash flow forecasting and working capital management
• Oversee and improve accounting processes, internal controls, and financial accuracy
• Partner with external stakeholders, including lenders, auditors, and advisors
• Support strategic initiatives, including capital planning, investments, and potential M&A activity
• Work closely with operations and spend time on the floor to understand cost drivers and processes
• Help evolve systems and processes, including ERP alignment and reporting tools
• Support audit processes and continue to improve financial rigor over time

What We’re Looking For

• Background in manufacturing (food or CPG preferred)
• Strong foundation in FP&A and cost accounting
• Hands-on and willing to do what’s needed to get the job done
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Strong business partner with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams
• Coachable, curious, and willing to learn the business from the ground up
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to grow into a broader leadership role

What Makes This Opportunity Unique

• Opportunity to grow into CFO role
• Hands-on environment where your work will have immediate impact
• Ability to grow with the company and help shape the finance function

EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• MBA and CPA Preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience managing accounting staff.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills