Vice President Finance

SCN - Search Consulting Network; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive leadership

Performance bonus

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

SCN - Search Consulting Network seeks a Vice President of Finance to partner with the CFO and CEO, directing FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and long-range strategic planning. You will oversee reporting, analytics, and profitability initiatives across multi-site manufacturing operations, shaping capital investment analyses and governance.

You will build a high-performing finance organization, mentor leaders, and drive data-driven decision making with ERP platforms (SAP/Oracle).

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive finance leadership experience.
• Executive-level finance experience within a complex manufacturing organization exceeding $1 billion in annual revenue.
• Strong background supporting multi-site manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic business partner to the CFO, CEO, and executive leadership team.
• Lead FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and long-range strategic planning.
• Oversee financial reporting, management reporting, and analytics.
• Drive profitability improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
• Present financial results and strategic recommendations to executive leadership.

Skills

FP&A leadership

Budgeting & Forecasting

Strategic planning

Financial modeling

Executive communication

Data-driven insights

Multi-site manufacturing

Cost accounting

Operations finance

Business intelligence

Education

MBA or CPA preferred

Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

SAP

Oracle

ERP systems

Job description

Lead Finance. Drive Strategy. Shape the Future.

We are a privately held, global manufacturing leader with more than $2 billion in annual revenue, serving customers across automotive, industrial, and advanced manufacturing markets. Known for operational excellence, innovation, and long-term stability, we are seeking an accomplished Vice President of Finance to join our executive leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic business partner to the CFO, CEO, and executive leadership team.
• Lead all financial planning and analysis (FP&A), budgeting, forecasting, and long-range strategic planning.
• Oversee financial reporting, management reporting, and business analytics.
• Drive profitability improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
• Lead annual operating plans, capital investment analysis, and ROI evaluations.
• Develop financial models supporting acquisitions, major capital projects, and strategic initiatives.
• Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Sales, and Manufacturing leadership to improve financial performance.
• Develop and monitor KPIs that drive operational excellence and accountability.
• Ensure strong internal controls and compliance with accounting standards and corporate governance.
• Build and mentor a high-performing finance organization while fostering continuous improvement.
• Support treasury, working capital optimization, and cash flow management initiatives.
• Present financial results and strategic recommendations to executive leadership and ownership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA and/or CPA preferred).
• 15+ years of progressive finance leadership experience.
• Executive-level finance experience within a complex manufacturing organization exceeding $1 billion in annual revenue.
• Strong background supporting multi-site manufacturing operations.
  • Manufacturing cost accounting
  • Strategic planning
  • Capital investment analysis
  • Operational finance
  • Business intelligence and analytics
• Experience leading large finance teams across multiple locations.
• Exceptional communication and executive presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to influence executive decision‑making through data‑driven insights.
• ERP experience (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and advanced financial modeling expertise.

Preferred Experience

• Automotive or Tier 1 supplier experience
• Lean manufacturing environment
• Global manufacturing operations
• Private equity or privately held company experience
• International operations and multi-currency reporting
• Strategic thinking
• High business acumen
• Collaborative leadership
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to influence across all levels of the organization
• Commitment to developing future finance leaders

What We Offer

• Executive leadership opportunity with a market-leading manufacturer
• Highly visible role with direct executive team interaction
• Annual performance bonus
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits
• Professional development and executive leadership opportunities