Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer

Job Category:

Finance

Job Family:

Executive (Finance)

Job Description:

The Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key leader on the executive leadership team, reporting directly to the CEO.

The CFO is responsible for overseeing the financial strategy, planning, reporting and financial management of the company.

The CFO is influential in strategic decision-making and business development and is sought to provide expertise and innovative solutions in achieving company objectives and driving sustainable growth.

The CFO plays a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of the company and driving its long-term success.

The CFO directly leads the VP-Corporate Controller, VP-Treasurer, VP-Financial Shared Services, VP-Tax, and the two VP’s of Financial Planning and Analysis.

The CFO is critical in building a collaborative culture capable of responding quickly to business opportunities.

What you’ll do


* Develops and executes comprehensive financial strategies aligned with the company's objectives, driving profitability, growth, and sustainability


* Leads the FP&A function to provide accurate forecasts, budgets, and financial insights, enabling informed decision-making across the organization


* Oversees the preparation and presentation of timely, accurate, and transparent financial reports to executive leadership, board of directors, and stakeholders


* Provides strategic recommendations to enhance financial performance and new business opportunities


* Manages capital allocation and investment decisions, optimizing the balance between short-term needs and long-term value creation


* Directs treasury functions, including cash management, liquidity planning, and capital structure optimization to support operational efficiency and financial flexibility


* Oversees cash flow, working capital, and liquidity management


* Oversees tax planning strategies, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and optimizing tax efficiency across jurisdictions


* Ensures compliance with all relevant financial regulations and reporting requirements and other industry standards


* Ensures that effective internal controls are in place and ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local regulatory laws for financial and tax reporting


* Provides internal support e.g., in the form of financial analysis and recommendations for investments, share asset transactions, divestitures, or strategic partnerships


* Provides internal support on pricing strategies, cost control, and revenue growth and profitability enhancement opportunities


* Maintains strong relationships with auditors, financial institutions, and the related regulatory bodies


* Together with the leadership team, ensures compliance with Food Safety and Food Quality Plans, in addition to customer requirements.

Interprets and communicates customer requirements to plant production and/or support groups.

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