VP, Finance and Accounting

ExtendMyTeam

VP, Finance and Accounting

Miami, FL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    We are seeking a strategic and hands-on VP, Finance & Accounting to lead our global accounting, controllership, and financial planning & analysis functions. This leader will be responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting, while driving operational excellence, system improvements, and strong internal controls to support a high-growth CPG business. The VP will also be accountable for building, developing, and leading a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

    Responsibilities to include:

    Financial Reporting & Controls

    • Lead and provide oversight to the accounting organization to ensure accurate, complete, and timely financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP.
    • Manage internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.
    • Liaise with audit and tax.
    • Oversee preparation and review of all tax filings, payments, and estimates to ensure compliance.

    FP&A Leadership

    • Lead the FP&A function, including budgeting, forecasting, and performance management.
    • Develop KPIs and dashboards to measure business performance and identify areas for improvement.
    • Partner with executive leadership to provide scenario planning and sensitivity analyses to inform strategic choices.

    Treasury & Cash Management

    • Oversee treasury operations, including cash flow forecasting, working capital management, AP, and AR.
    • Lead customer and vendor terms, collections, and credit practices to optimize liquidity.
    • Partner with financial institutions on banking operations and fraud prevention.

    Systems & Process Improvement

    • Provide leadership for any ERP implementation, integration, and ongoing enhancements.
    • Ensure the maintenance of the chart of accounts and accounting systems.
    • Drive process improvements across finance, accounting, and operations to support scalability.

    Leadership & Team Development

    • Build, lead, and mentor a high-functioning team.
    • Attract and develop top talent, setting clear expectations and fostering professional growth.
    • Create a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement to drive excellence across all functions.

    Business Partnership

    • Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, Operations, and Marketing to align financial strategies with business objectives.
    • Act as a trusted advisor to the CFO on capital allocation and risk management.

     

    What You Will Need:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s degree is a plus).
    • CPA preferred.
    • 15+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including 7+ years in leadership within a CPG environment.
    • Demonstrated success in managing and developing high-performing teams.
    • Knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and treasury operations.
    • Strong systems orientation: experience with ERP implementation (NetSuite preferred).
    • Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office.
    • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence across functions.
    • Highly motivated self-starter, comfortable in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

     

    Who You Will Work With:

    As the VP, Finance & Accounting, you will work closely with FP&A, Operations and People teams.