Vice President of Finance and Administration

1 month ago


Kalamazoo, United States CRG Search Full time

Client

For over a century, our client has been one of the most respected leaders in their consumer manufacturing space. They offer cutting-edge innovation with the highest design and technical support standards, client experience, and customer service.


Summary

The Vice President of Finance & Administration will report directly to the CEO and work closely with the Leadership Team. The successful candidate will proactively lead an accurate, efficient, transparent finance and administrative organization at a dynamic, entrepreneurial growth company.


A deep understanding of manufacturing, the ability to think strategically, effectively interact with all aspects and functions of the organization, and nimbly drive change in a meaningful way is critical for success in this role. The VP will be an open and articulate communicator who inspires the organization to work collaboratively and solve problems creatively.


This role will initially manage a team of six direct reports and oversee all finance and administration aspects.


Apply now, join our client’s team, and be a part of a company that values your contributions and offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment


Location

Onsite: Kalamazoo, MI - No Relocation is available at this time


Compensation

Enjoy a competitive base salary + unparalleled award-winning benefits


Responsibilities

  • Work with the CEO and management team to develop and execute the financial strategy of the company and its business units.
  • Own the monthly financial and operational reporting and analysis.
  • Develop analysis and reporting on key performance indicators.
  • Ensure internal accounting controls and related processes.
  • Identify and capture opportunities to improve processes and increase profitability.
  • Manage all regulatory and reporting requirements, including financial statement audit, income/property tax returns, and compliance with sale/use tax filings and collection.
  • Manage the annual planning process and long-term business planning.
  • Improve cash conversion cycle through management of and reporting on inventory, accounts payable, and credit and collections.
  • Oversee and serve as a partner in the negotiation and execution of customer and supplier contracts.
  • Oversee all matters related to accounting, finance, administration, and risk management.
  • Manage the banking relationship.
  • Ensure that operating objectives and standards of performance are understood and owned by management and employees.
  • Recruit, develop, and lead an efficient, cohesive, growth/innovation mindset team.


Skills and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance
  • A minimum of 12-15 years experience, with at least eight (8) years as a hands-on plant controller, in a manufacturing company
  • Deep understanding of complex bills of material
  • Product costing, operations control
  • Practical business problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Tech and business savvy
  • Experience with ERP implementations and planning/forecasting systems with the ability to influence and drive change to improve reporting, business processes, and transitions.
  • Ability to thrive in a hands-on, entrepreneurial environment with a willingness to roll up sleeves and get things done.
  • Proven track record of adapting easily to shifting priorities.
  • Experience with international operations
  • Knowledge of GAAP, FASB


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