Vice President, Finance at GAM Enterprises

Union Park Capital•Mount Prospect, IL

51d•$180,000 - $225,000•Onsite

About The Position

Precision motion technologies are the unsung heroes of state-of-the-art industrial automation, robotics, and smart factory systems as they enable smooth, reliable, and repeatable motion with sub-micron accuracy when it matters most. GAM Enterprises, a Union Park Capital portfolio company, is a proven leader in precision motion components, recognized for our engineering depth, flexible manufacturing, and highly collaborative approach to customer problem-solving. As we continue to scale and expand through organic growth and strategic acquisitions, we are building the financial and operational infrastructure needed for our next chapter. Reporting to the CEO, the Vice President, Finance will play a defining role in shaping the company’s future. You will build a scalable accounting and finance organization, elevate data-driven decision making, enhance operational rigor, and ensure the seamless financial and systems integration of acquired businesses. This role requires a servant leader who is equally strategic and hands-on implementing new tools and processes while actively working alongside teams to improve performance. Success in this role means developing a high-performing team and aligning enterprise-wide financial initiatives across business units, all while championing GAM’s core values: Teamwork, Professionalism, being Action-Oriented, building Long-Term Relationships, and creating a Fun atmosphere. This opportunity has a clear pathway to CFO with an ability to shape the corporate strategy, execute M&A and drive meaningful organizational impact as GAM grows.

Requirements

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related discipline.
Minimum 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting and/or finance role.
Minimum 5+ years of experience in manufacturing environment with demonstrated understanding of cost accounting and working capital management.
Demonstrated track record leading change with sense of urgency and ownership.
Strong presentation and financial reporting skills.
Experience improving systems and driving analytics or Business Intelligence capability.
Experience playing a leading role on finance workstreams within M&A integration.
Demonstrated knowledge of financing via debt, equity, cash, etc.
This position sits onsite in our Mount Prospect facility with travel as required.

Nice To Haves

CPA highly preferred.
Strong preference for experience in international businesses with exposure to European accounting standards, currencies and cultures.
Strong preference for experience working within a Private Equity-held portfolio business with understanding of PE value creation levers.
Strong preference for integrating international businesses.

Responsibilities

Exemplifying and demonstrating GAM’s core values as an executive leader in the organization.
Establishing an annual budget with rigorous process and analytics to support key decision making and forecasting.
Responsible for due diligence and integration of acquisitions and establishing shared services for relevant functions.
Responsible for managing relationships and financial reporting with lenders.
Responsible for managing overall cash, debt and equity financing for the business.
Collaborates with operations to develop and execute working capital programs.
Full responsibility for leading a high performing finance and administration team.
Full responsibility for optimizing ERP and reporting systems for accurate and efficient financial reporting.
Other responsibilities as assigned.