Interim VP of Finance & Accounting

Conexus; Pomona (CA); Hybrid; USD 137,760 - 172,200; Part time

Job summary

A private equity-backed HVAC manufacturing company in Pomona is seeking a Vice President of Finance & Accounting to oversee finance and accounting operations. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of finance leadership experience, especially within manufacturing environments. Responsibilities include financial leadership, strategic planning, cost accounting, and managing audits. The role offers competitive pay of $100-$125 per hour and is temporary. A bachelor's degree in a related field is required, with CPA or MBA preferred.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting leadership experience.
• Proven experience in manufacturing, preferably HVAC, industrial, or engineered products.
• Experience working in a private equity-backed company.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic finance partner to the CEO and executive leadership team.
• Lead financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes.
• Manage external audits, tax compliance, and coordination with third-party advisors.

Skills

Financial planning

Cost accounting

Cash flow optimization

Operational finance

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA and/or MBA

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP)

Job description

Vice President of Finance & Accounting

Industry: HVAC Manufacturing / Industrial Manufacturing

Ownership: Private Equity‑Backed

Location: [HQ / Hybrid]

Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Partners With: Private Equity Sponsor, Board of Directors

Base Pay Range

$100.00/hr - $125.00/hr

Role Overview

The Vice President of Finance & Accounting will serve as the senior financial leader for a private equity‑backed HVAC manufacturing company, responsible for end‑to‑end finance and accounting operations. This role plays a critical part in driving financial discipline, operational visibility, and scalable infrastructure to support growth, margin expansion, and value creation.

The ideal candidate combines hands‑on accounting leadership with strong FP&A and operational finance capabilities, and has experience operating in a PE‑owned manufacturing environment with a focus on EBITDA improvement, cash flow optimization, and readiness for exit.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Serve as a strategic finance partner to the CEO and executive leadership team.
• Lead financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes aligned with PE value‑creation objectives.
• Provide financial insights to support pricing, capacity planning, product mix, and capital investment decisions.
• Prepare board‑level reporting packages and present financial results, KPIs, and variance analysis.
• Oversee all accounting functions including general ledger, cost accounting, inventory accounting, revenue recognition, and month‑end close.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
• Manage consolidated reporting across legal entities, facilities, and operating units.
• Own external audits, tax compliance, and coordination with third‑party advisors.

Manufacturing & Cost Accounting

• Lead standard costing, variance analysis, and margin reporting across manufacturing operations.
• Partner with operations leadership to improve cost visibility, labor efficiency, scrap reduction, and inventory turns.
• Ensure accurate BOMs, routings, overhead absorption, and work‑in‑process accounting.
• Support make‑vs‑buy analysis and supply chain optimization initiatives.

Private Equity & Board Reporting

• Deliver robust financial reporting and KPI dashboards tailored to PE sponsor expectations.
• Support lender reporting, covenant compliance, and working capital metrics.
• Assist with diligence, refinancing, add‑on acquisitions, and integration efforts.
• Drive financial readiness for future liquidity events (sale or recapitalization).

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

• Own cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and treasury management.
• Optimize working capital through inventory, AR, and AP management.
• Partner with operations and supply chain to improve cash conversion cycle.

Systems, Controls & Scalability

• Strengthen internal controls and financial policies appropriate for a PE‑backed environment.
• Lead ERP optimization or implementation (manufacturing ERP experience strongly preferred).
• Improve financial processes, close timelines, and data accuracy.
• Ensure SOX‑like discipline and audit readiness, even if not formally required.
• Build, lead, and develop a high‑performing finance and accounting team.
• Establish clear roles, performance expectations, and professional development paths.
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA and/or MBA strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting leadership experience.
• Proven experience in manufacturing, preferably HVAC, industrial, or engineered products.
• Strong background in cost accounting, inventory management, and operational finance.
• Experience working in a private equity‑backed company or similarly performance‑driven environment.
• Advanced knowledge of US GAAP and financial controls.
• Hands‑on leader comfortable operating at both strategic and detailed levels.

Preferred

• Experience with multi‑plant or multi‑entity manufacturing environments.
• ERP implementation or optimization experience (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Epicor, Infor).
• M&A integration or add‑on acquisition experience.
• Experience preparing companies for exit.

Seniority Level

Executive

Employment Type

Temporary

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Manufacturing and HVAC and Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing