Director of Finance

Butternut Mountain Farm • Morristown, VT

206d

About The Position

About Us: Nestled in the Green Mountains of northern Vermont, Butternut Mountain Farm is a company quietly shaping the landscape of agriculture and food distribution. As one of the largest maple syrup companies in the world, Butternut Mountain Farm works closely with maple sugarmakers to aggregate production to supply markets too large for a single producer. Customers include leading national retailers across all channels and food manufacturers from emerging brands to fortune 500 CPGs. Extraordinary customer service, quality products, and a genuine commitment to the industry underpin Butternut Mountain Farm's 50 years of connecting maple from tree to table. Role Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Finance to join our team. This role will be pivotal in building and leading our Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) function, providing critical financial insights to drive business decisions, and contributing to the efficiency of our accounting operations. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record of success in a fast-paced environment. This position will directly report to the CFO and manage one direct report.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in finance, with a focus on FP&A.
• Proven experience in building and leading an FP&A function.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in financial planning software and ERP systems.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and develop direct reports.
• Experience with monthly close processes.
• Experience with budget creation and forecasting.
• Experience with the creation of financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead the FP&A function, including the development of budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic initiatives and business decisions.
• Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to senior management.
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and presentations.
• Collaborate with department heads to develop and monitor departmental budgets and KPIs.
• Drive continuous improvement in FP&A processes and reporting.
• Assist the accounting team with the monthly close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Support the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements and related reporting.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures.
• Support audits and other compliance activities.
• Serve as a strategic partner to senior management, providing financial expertise and guidance.
• Evaluate and analyze potential business opportunities and investments.
• Support the development of key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track business performance.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, and benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, holidays and paid time off.
• 401K Retirement Plan with company contribution.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Product discounts and free breakfast for on-site staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Private Households
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree