Vice President Finance

Our client, a leading organization in the food manufacturing industry, is seeking a highly skilled Vice President of Finance (FP&A Focus) to serve as a key strategic leader. This individual will oversee financial planning and analysis (FP&A) to drive data-driven decision-making, enhance financial performance, and support the company's long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the FP&A function, overseeing financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term strategic modeling.
• Provide financial insights, analytics, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including supply chain and commercial teams, to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational efficiency.
• Develop and maintain advanced financial models to analyze business trends, profitability, and growth potential.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with corporate policies.
• Enhance financial systems, processes, and reporting capabilities to support business objectives.
• Monitor financial performance against key metrics, identifying areas for improvement and risk mitigation.
• Support M&A activities, including financial due diligence, valuation modeling, and post-acquisition integration.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the FP&A team, fostering a high-performance culture.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• 10 years of experience in finance, with a strong emphasis on FP&A.
• Proven leadership experience in financial strategy, planning, and analytics within a corporate setting.
• Strong expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and data-driven decision-making.
• Ability to build costing models from the ground up and collaborate effectively with supply chain and commercial teams.
• Proficiency in financial planning software (e.g., Hyperion, Adaptive Insights, Anaplan) and ERP systems.
• Strong experience with Power BI, including the ability to develop and manage dashboards.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.

This is a critical leadership role for an experienced finance professional who can drive financial excellence, optimize business performance, and contribute to the company’s strategic growth.