Vice President Finance and IT

Co-Source Solutions; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Co-Source Solutions seeks a high‑impact Vice President of Finance & IT in Chicago to lead financial planning, control, and technology strategy for the USA and Canada. This executive collaborates with the CEO and Board to steer investments, risk management, and capital allocation while ensuring robust internal controls and compliance.

The role requires extensive experience in finance and IT leadership within the food & beverage sector, with a track record of cross‑functional, multinational

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance; MBA and/or CPA strongly preferred.
• 12–15 years in finance/accounting with 7+ years in leadership roles.
• Experience in food & beverage/CPG industry preferred; strong financial metrics.
• Experience leading IT function and enterprise tech strategy.
• GAAP/IFRS knowledge and cross‑border compliance across U.S. & Canada.
• Proficiency with SAP or Oracle and advanced analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial planning and controlling activities and support budget variance analysis.
• Lead the IT function and align tech strategy with parent company ecosystem.
• Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Company rules and procedures.
• Coordinate end‑to‑end audits and liaise with external auditors.
• Develop long‑term financial strategies and capital allocation plans.
• Manage and develop finance/IT teams across geographies; drive inclusion.
• Report to CEO and Board; provide data‑driven insights for strategic decisions.
• Protect assets and manage risk across USA and Canada geographies.

Skills

Executive leadership

Financial planning & analysis

GAAP IFRS knowledge

Risk management

Stakeholder communication

Team leadership

Education

MBA

CPA

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Co-Source Solutions is working with a Chicago, Illinois-based subsidiary of an International Food Company in their search for a Vice President of Finance & IT. This executive leader oversees all financial planning and controlling activities of the Company, providing updated information to support the analysis of variances from Budget and to guide the identification of corrective actions. As guardian of the internal control system, the VP is responsible for securing financial and accounting processes and sustaining financial compliance and de-risking. This role additionally leads the IT function, coordinating the Company's technology strategy in alignment with the broader parent company ecosystem. The scope of the position spans both the USA and Canada. The ideal candidate will have executive-level experience in the food and beverage industry, with a strong understanding of the unique financial, operational, and technology challenges affecting businesses in this sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure functional integration by defining the Function Agenda, Function Projects, and informing the Board on business insights and trends.
• Serve as the main interface on Finance topics, reporting to the CEO through regular Function Reviews and ad hoc meetings.
• Guarantee that the Function operates in compliance with Federal, State, and Company rules and procedures.
• Prepare the financial planning that supports the CEO in the definition of the budget and PS3.
• Oversee the financial plans of the Geographies and Brands.
• Provide reliable and up-to‑date information to contribute to the periodic analysis of variances from Budget, supporting the business in the identification of corrective actions.
• Ensure the reliability and accuracy of the Company's Financial Statement figures.
• Oversee all Company policies and procedures related to administration and accounting compliance.
• Lead the implementation of a tax optimization plan for the Company's taxes, customs, and insurance.
• Ensure that tax, customs, and insurance activities are compliant with fiscal policy across both U.S. and Canadian entities.
• Safeguard the assets of the Company and measure Group results in terms of financial performance, investments, and risks.
• Act as guardian of the internal control system, securing financial and accounting processes.
• Sustain financial compliance and de‑risking across all geographies in scope.
• Work closely with external auditors and lead end‑to‑end audit engagement and processes.
• Collaborate with the CEO/General Manager and Board to develop and execute long‑term financial strategies and growth initiatives.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to guide strategic decision‑making, including investments, acquisitions, and capital allocation within the food and beverage industry.
• Manage assigned personnel, ensuring a management system based on company values, motivation, diversity & inclusion, competence development, and empowerment.
• Promote proper communication and cascading through line managers to the teams.
• Recruit, manage, motivate, coach, and develop the team, guaranteeing professional development, evaluating people, and proposing development initiatives.
• Coordinate the definition of the Company's IT strategy in alignment with the Corporate ecosystem.
• Allocate resources to drive the innovation pipeline upon assessing business needs.
• Lead the IT function, ensuring technology infrastructure supports business objectives and operational efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA and/or CPA strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 12-15 years of progressive experience in finance/accounting, with at least 7 years in a senior leadership or executive role.
• Experience in the food and beverage or consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry is strongly preferred, with a deep understanding of cost management, inventory control, and industry-specific financial metrics.
• Demonstrated experience leading an IT function or overseeing enterprise technology strategy and digital transformation.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards, GAAP, IFRS, tax regulations, and compliance requirements across U.S. and Canadian jurisdictions.
• Proficiency in enterprise financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced analytical tools.
• Experience operating within a multinational organization is a plus
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Strong leadership abilities with proven success managing cross‑functional teams across multiple geographies.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results‑orientation, with a track record for delivering to plan.
• Flexibility to adapt quickly to changing circumstances; able to proactively question and challenge to prioritize and identify solutions promptly.
• Clear thinker with outstanding numeric ability supported by rounded commercial awareness.
• Able to see the big picture while possessing a pragmatic and flexible approach to delivery.
• Curious in nature and always looking to question, learn, and find better ways to do things.
• Thrives in a diverse, fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.
• This position operates primarily in an office setting (hybrid) based in Chicago, IL.
• Occasional travel to various company locations, manufacturing facilities, and Parent Company offices across the U.S. and Canada may be required.