Financial Director

2 weeks ago


Charlotte, United States BAKKAVOR USA Full time

Who we are

We are the leaders in the fresh prepared food manufacturing industry. We are fast developing a strong presence in the US as we continue to disrupt the eating habits of US consumers. We are passionate about the food we make and demand for our products is high. You may not know our Bakkavor name but our customers are some of the best-known grocery chains across the globe.


In total, we have 19,000 employees worldwide. Here in the US we are playing an instrumental part in driving change in fresh prepared foods to some of the major retailer chains and in the UK we are the market leader in all categories we serve.


Our mission is: to develop and produce innovative, commercially successful, great-tasting food that offers choice, convenience and freshness to people around the world.

Our values are:

  • Respect & Trust Each Other
  • Be Proud Of What We Do
  • Keep The Customer At The Heart Of What We Do
  • Get It Right, Keep It Right


Position Summary

We are looking for an experienced Director of Finance (Finance Director) with experience in the Food Manufacturing sector to oversee all financial aspects of business and drive the company’s financial strategy and planning. You and your team are part of the financial backbone delivering the managerial reporting and driving in-depth analysis of the results to key leaders across our 5 manufacturing facilities. In this dynamic and fast-moving environment, you act as a financial advisor by providing decision-making support, business intelligence and financial performance reporting. You will be responsible for assessing the financial performance of the company as well as possible risks and investments. You will be responsible for all commercial finance decisions and guiding the company towards profitability and long-term success.

Key Accountabilities and functional responsibilities

  • Drive the financial planning of the company by analyzing its performance and risks
  • Retain constant awareness of the company’s financial position and act to prevent problems
  • Set targets for and supervise all finance personnel
  • Oversee all audit and internal control operations
  • Develop and oversee business planning and review processes, providing analytical and strategic support to internal customers throughout the business
  • Ensure adherence to financial laws and guidelines
  • Drive business planning and review processes, providing analytical and strategic support to internal customers throughout the business
  • Leverage data analytics and visualization tools to deliver insights on operational trends within the business
  • Create and oversee annual forecasts and budgets, as well as advanced quantitative analysis and financial models
  • Analyze in-depth analysis of critical business activities and business units in order to determine upcoming business opportunities and risks
  • Prepare daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual internal and external reporting schedules, as well as automating reporting processes


Minimum Requirements

  • 5+ Proven experience as director of finance or similar role in food manufacturing
  • In-depth knowledge of commercial finance and accounting principles, laws and best practices
  • Solid knowledge of financial analysis and forecasting
  • Excellence in MS Office suite (especially Excel & PowerPoint)
  • Experience with financial management software (SysPro Preferred)
  • An analytical mind with a strategic ability
  • Excellent organizational and leadership skills
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
  • BS/BA in accounting, finance or relevant field; MSc/MA (preferred)
  • CPA or other relevant qualification (preferred)
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to influence executive stakeholders
  • Highly proactive and self-motivated team player with great social and communication skills

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