VP of Finance

Confidential Opportunity | Growing Manufacturing Company Ready to Take Your Finance Career to the Next Level? Are you an accomplished Controller or finance leader ready for greater responsibility, executive-level influence, and the opportunity to help shape the future of a growing company? A well-established, privately held, private equity-sponsored manufacturer of construction products is seeking a hands-on, strategic Vice President of Finance / Controller to lead its financial operations and play a key role in its next phase of growth. This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious finance professional who wants to move beyond traditional accounting responsibilities and become a trusted business partner to executive leadership. If you're ready for a position where your ideas, leadership, and financial expertise can make a real difference, this could be your next career move. Why This Opportunity Stands Out This is more than a traditional finance leadership position. It's an opportunity to help build, improve, and influence a growing business. Executive-Level Visibility: Work directly with the CEO and provide meaningful financial insights to senior leadership and the Board. Career Growth: Ideal for an experienced Controller or Finance Manager ready to expand into a broader executive leadership role. Make a Real Impact: Take ownership of the finance function and help strengthen the financial systems, processes, and strategies that support company growth. Strategic Influence: Play an important role in financial planning, business decisions, operational improvements, and long-term strategy. Leadership Opportunity: Build, mentor, and develop a strong finance team while creating a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Growth-Focused Environment: Join an established manufacturing business with private equity support and opportunities for continued operational expansion. What You'll Be Responsible For As Vice President of Finance / Controller, you will oversee all aspects of the company's financial operations while serving as a key strategic partner to the CEO. Key responsibilities include: Experience with financial reporting, accounting operations, budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning. Prepare and analyze financial statements, operating results, cash flow, and key performance indicators. Provide financial insights and recommendations that improve profitability and support strategic decisions. Manage cash flow, working capital, and lender reporting requirements. Ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with GAAP. Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, reporting processes, and operational efficiency. Partner with executive leadership on business planning, capital investments, and growth initiatives. Lead and develop the finance and accounting team. Support ERP enhancements and technology improvements that strengthen financial management. What We're Looking For We're seeking a motivated, business-minded finance leader who is equally comfortable managing the details and contributing to the bigger picture. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership responsibilities. Strong experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash management. Thorough knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and accounting operations. Demonstrated ability to lead teams, improve processes, and manage competing priorities. Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. A hands-on leadership approach combined with sound business judgment. Ability to work on-site at the company's North Carolina headquarters. Preferred Qualifications: CPA designation or public accounting experience. Experience in a private equity-backed business. Manufacturing, building products, or construction-related industry experience. Experience with ERP systems, implementations, or process improvements. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. A highly visible leadership role with direct access to executive decision-makers. The opportunity to influence company strategy and financial performance. Meaningful career growth and professional development opportunities. The ability to build and improve financial processes and systems. A collaborative, growth-oriented manufacturing environment. This position is based in the Rocky Mount, NC area and requires an on-site presence. Limited hybrid flexibility may be available following onboarding. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr Confidential