Vice President Finance

Bar Louie; Addison (TX); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Vice President of Finance to lead financial strategy and operations during a period of growth. This pivotal role involves collaborating closely with the CFO and leadership team to drive financial performance, enhance investor confidence, and streamline budgeting processes. The ideal candidate will bring over a decade of finance experience, a strong background in consumer products, and exceptional leadership skills. Join a dynamic team where your strategic insights will directly influence the company's success and foster an inclusive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of finance and management experience across multiple industries.
• 5+ years in a financial management role overseeing finance functions.

Responsibilities

• Work with the CFO to set goals for financial performance and growth.
• Develop and oversee budgeting, forecasting, and reporting frameworks.

Skills

Financial Management

Analytical Skills

Strategic Planning

Communication Skills

Leadership

Education

BA/BS in Business Administration

MBA or similar advanced degree

CPA Certification

Job description

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This is a unique opportunity for a highly self-motivated executive with excellent people leadership skills and finance acumen to learn from and partner with the CFO during a period of strategic growth. As a key member of the CFO's leadership team, the VP of Finance will support the CFO in setting and driving organizational vision as well as financial and business strategy. The successful candidate will be involved in high-level discussions on executing business strategy and operational efficiency, while leading and managing the implementation to achieve financial and accounting excellence.

The creation of this new position expects the VP of Finance to bring:

• Proven track record in preparing analyses, financial forecasts, and reporting, providing day-to-day financial leadership to support key decision-making across the organization.
• A broad set of skills and experience to elevate the team's current capabilities.
• Contributions to growing the company's investor confidence and reputation with customers and employees, viewed as a trusted partner with the CFO for financial reporting and key metrics.

Responsibilities Include

• Work with the CFO and leadership team to set goals for financial performance and growth aligned with the company's culture and vision. Stay current with market and financial trends.
• Provide ongoing communication to internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and oversee sophisticated, scalable budgeting, forecasting, and reporting frameworks and processes.
• Lead long-term planning, including building processes and collaboration workstreams with cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to corporate strategy initiatives, evaluating risks and opportunities, including fundraising, capital markets, and M&A activities.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of finance and management experience across multiple industries and disciplines. They are comfortable with strategic and analytical skills, leading and communicating effectively with diverse audiences. They are entrepreneurial, focused on customers, adaptable to change, and accountable.

• 5+ years in a financial management role overseeing multiple finance and accounting functions.
• 5+ years in consumer products or services with a strong understanding of enterprise functions and customer focus.
• Strong financial and accounting background, including profit and loss, balance sheet, cash flow management, and budgeting.
• Ability to present financial information and build impactful relationships with senior leadership, board members, lenders, investors, and stakeholders.
• A self-starter with a proven ability to identify opportunities or issues and develop plans to address them.
• Ability to work under pressure, plan workloads, and delegate effectively.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with high integrity, passion, and respect for others.

Education

BA/BS in business administration, accounting, or finance is required. An MBA or similar advanced degree is preferred. CPA certification is highly desirable.

Location

Remote work with some domestic travel required.