VP of Finance — Strategic Leader & Growth Partner

Connectly Recruiting; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Connectly Recruiting is partnering with a well-established, high-growth organization to identify a Vice President of Finance in Baton Rouge, LA. This executive role involves partnering with senior leadership to influence strategy and improve finance processes.

The VP will oversee financial reporting, treasury, lender compliance, and executive reporting, while building strong partnerships across the business. 10+ years in finance and CPA/MBA preferred.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, or corporate finance.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA preferred; CMA or MBA preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial statement prep.
• Experience with debt covenants, lender reporting, and treasury management.
• Proven ability to lead finance processes and communicate with senior leadership.
• Experience in multi-entity, private equity-backed, or project-based environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting, treasury, banking relationships, lender compliance, and corporate finance activities.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements under US GAAP.
• Prepare executive leadership, Finance Committee, and Board reporting with timely, accurate data.
• Partner with executive leadership on financial strategy, liquidity planning, and capital structure.
• Lead cash flow forecasting, variance analysis, debt covenants, and covenant reporting.
• Manage relationships with banking partners, lenders, auditors, tax advisors, and other external stakeholders.
• Support mergers and acquisitions, financing initiatives, and other strategic corporate projects.
• Drive process improvements and strengthen internal controls across the organization.
• Lead, mentor, and develop finance and accounting team members.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred; CMA or MBA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting tools

Treasury platforms

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Connectly Recruiting is partnering with a well-established, high-growth organization to identify a Vice President of Finance in Baton Rouge, LA. This executive role involves partnering with senior leadership to influence strategy and improve finance processes.

The VP will oversee financial reporting, treasury, lender compliance, and executive reporting, while building strong partnerships across the business. 10+ years in finance and CPA/MBA preferred.