Vice President - Finance

Sunstate • Phoenix, AZ

16h

About The Position

Sunstate Equipment is seeking a Vice President, Finance & Accounting to join their finance leadership team. This role reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and is responsible for overseeing the company's accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, financial analysis, and credit functions. The position requires a blend of technical accounting expertise and strategic business partnership to drive sound financial decisions, develop strong teams, and implement scalable processes that support growth. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, hands-on leader who enjoys developing people, solving complex business challenges, and translating financial data into meaningful business insights.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience
• Experience leading accounting and finance teams in a complex, multi-location environment
• Strong financial reporting experience, including preparation and review of financial statements
• Technical accounting research experience required
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, lookups, and pivot tables

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree preferred
• Public accounting experience strongly preferred
• IFRS experience preferred
• SOX and/or J-SOX internal control experience preferred
• Tax provision accounting experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead and Develop High-Performing Teams: Provide leadership, coaching, and development for the Accounting, Financial Reporting, Internal Controls, Financial Analysis, Accounts Payable, and Credit teams. Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, collaboration, and professional growth. Build organizational capability and financial acumen across finance and operational teams.
• Drive Financial Reporting Excellence: Oversee the preparation and accuracy of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting. Ensure timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP and IFRS requirements. Lead financial statement analysis, variance reporting, and executive-level financial communications. Present financial results and key business insights to senior leadership and our parent company, Sumitomo Corporation.
• Partner with the Business Support: Strategic planning initiatives through financial analysis, forecasting, and business modeling. Provide operational and sales analytics that help leaders make informed business decisions. Participate in acquisitions, market expansions, and new business segment evaluations through financial due diligence and analysis. Serve as a trusted advisor to operational and commercial leaders across the organization.
• Strengthen Governance and Controls: Lead the company's internal control environment, including SOX and J-SOX compliance activities. Oversee internal and external audit processes and related reporting requirements. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies. Stay current on emerging accounting, reporting, and compliance matters.
• Oversee Credit and Cash Management Functions: Provide oversight for all credit operations, including credit approvals, collections, cash application processes, and lien-related activities. Maintain strong relationships with banking partners and financial institutions. Support effective working capital management and cash flow optimization.

Benefits

• Employees can grow, contribute, and make an impact
• Leadership team committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and building a culture where accountability and support go hand in hand

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager