Vice President of Finance

Freeway Corporation; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading corporate entity is seeking a Vice President of Finance in Cleveland, Ohio. This hands-on executive will oversee financial operations, guiding strategy, reporting, and compliance while collaborating closely with HR, IT, Manufacturing, and Sales to drive organizational efficiency and profitability. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in finance, possesses a relevant degree (CPA preferred), and has strong leadership skills. This role is pivotal for growth, requiring active engagement in daily accounting activities and team development.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting/finance, including hands-on accounting work.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, audits, and tax compliance.
• Familiarity with HR and IT operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting processes and financial operations.
• Lead collaborations with manufacturing and sales to enhance performance.
• Mentor and develop an accounting team, ensuring growth and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Analysis

GAAP Knowledge

Communication Skills

ERP Systems Proficiency

Education

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

CPA certification

Tools

Syteline ERP

Advanced Excel

Job description

The Vice President of Finance is a hands‑on executive responsible for overseeing the full spectrum of the company’s financial operations. Leading a small accounting team, this role requires direct involvement in daily accounting activities while also guiding financial strategy, reporting, and compliance. In addition to financial leadership, the VP of Finance has oversight of HR and IT functions and plays a critical role in collaboration with Manufacturing and Sales to drive efficiency, profitability, and growth across the organization. This position reports directly to the President and provides financial leadership across our multi‑plant operations in the United States and Canada.

Finance, Accounting & Reporting

• Oversee all accounting processes, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, internal controls, and periodic closings.
• Prepare and present monthly financial statements, providing analysis and financial insight to support executive decision‑making.
• Lead year‑end audits with external auditors.
• Manage tax reporting and compliance, including coordination with external tax advisors.
• Monitor cash flow and working capital, optimizing the use of financial resources.

Collaboration with Manufacturing

• Partner with manufacturing leadership to track production costs and efficiency, developing reporting tools to identify cost‑saving opportunities and support lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Evaluate capital investment proposals, providing financial analysis of prospective equipment purchases, plant expansions, and process improvements and ensuring ROI and alignment with company strategy.

Collaboration with Sales

• Work closely with sales leadership to evaluate pricing strategies and profitability, developing financial models to assess pricing policy and margin impacts.
• Provide reporting on customer profitability and product line performance.
• Support sales leadership in developing revenue growth strategies and market expansion plans.

Oversight of HR

• Partner with the HR Manager to align payroll, benefits, and compensation with financial goals.
• Support workforce planning, headcount budgeting, and employee cost analysis.
• Provide financial perspective on compensation structures and incentive programs.

Oversight of IT

• Collaborate with the IT Manager to ensure systems and technology investments align with operational and financial strategy.
• Oversee budgeting for IT infrastructure, software, and cybersecurity initiatives.
• Support ERP/accounting system improvements and integrations.

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise and mentor a small accounting team, providing guidance and support.
• Roll up sleeves to assist with transactional work when needed.
• Build scalable processes and systems to support future growth.

🎓 Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred).
• 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting/finance, including hands‑on accounting work.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, audits, and tax compliance.
• Experience in manufacturing cost accounting and sales/pricing analysis a plus.
• Familiarity with HR and IT operations, with ability to oversee managers in both areas.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with ability to work cross‑functionally across multiple plants.
• Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and advanced Excel/financial modeling. Experience with Syteline ERP a plus.