VP of Finance

Ziglift Material Handling is one of the nation’s leading independent providers of warehouse storage solutions, with a nationwide footprint and the largest inventory of new and used pallet racking in the industry. We deliver turnkey solutions including design, engineering, permitting, installation, and project management.

The Vice President of Finance is a strategic and operational leader responsible for overseeing all financial functions of the organization. This role partners closely with executive leadership to drive financial performance, ensure compliance, manage risk, and support scalable growth across multiple entities. The VP of Finance reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Lead the company’s financial strategy, planning, and forecasting processes to support long‑term growth and profitability
• Provide strategic financial guidance to executive leadership, including scenario planning, investment analysis, and risk assessment
• Establish and monitor key financial metrics, KPIs, and performance benchmarks across all business units
• Partner with operations and sales leadership to align financial goals with business objectives

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Oversee annual budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range financial planning
• Analyze monthly and quarterly performance against budget and forecast, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities
• Deliver actionable insights to improve margins, cost control, and overall financial performance
• Develop standardized reporting packages for leadership and stakeholders
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of GAAP‑compliant financial statements across all entities
• Oversee month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes
• Maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to ensure financial integrity and audit readiness
• Manage consolidation and reporting across multiple subsidiaries

Cash Flow, Banking & Capital Management

• Oversee cash flow planning, liquidity management, and working capital optimization
• Manage relationships with banks, lenders, and financial institutions, including covenant compliance and reporting
• Support capital planning, including financing strategies, leasing, and capital expenditures
• Evaluate and execute funding strategies as needed to support growth initiatives

Tax, Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local financial regulations and reporting requirements
• Oversee sales tax processes across multi‑state operations, including systems such as Avalara
• Coordinate with external partners including CPA firms, auditors, tax advisors, and insurance providers
• Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks, including insurance coverage and audit processes

Operational Finance & Process Improvement

• Partner with operations to identify inefficiencies, improve processes, and drive cost savings
• Develop scalable financial systems, workflows, and SOPs to support company growth
• Lead ERP optimization efforts (NetSuite), including integrations and reporting enhancements
• Improve visibility into job costing, project profitability, and revenue recognition

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team
• Oversee hiring, performance management, and organizational structure within the department
• Establish a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and high performance
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with operations, sales, HR, and executive leadership

Reporting & Business Insights

• Deliver regular executive‑level reporting, including dashboards and performance summaries
• Provide detailed financial analysis on revenue, margins, and cost drivers
• Support commission structures, sales reporting, and performance tracking
• Prepare ad hoc analysis to support strategic decision‑making

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
• CPA and/or MBA strongly preferred
• 10+ years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, including leadership roles
• Experience managing multi‑entity or multi‑location organizations
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably NetSuite
• Proven ability to lead financial planning, forecasting, and strategic analysis
• Strong leadership and team development experience
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, reporting, and data analysis (Excel, BI tools)

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinking with strong business acumen
• High level of integrity and attention to detail
• Ability to operate both at a high level and in the details when needed
• Strong communication and executive presentation skills
• Process‑driven with a focus on scalability and efficiency
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment
• Salary: $160,000 – $200,000 per year
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Plans