Vice President of Finance & Business Performance

Michels Corporation•Neenah, WI

10d

About The Position

The Vice President of Finance & Business Performance serves as the senior financial leader and strategic partner to the Business Group President and executive team. As a member of the leadership team, this role drives financial and operational performance across a complex, project-based business by providing strategic insights, improving profitability, optimizing capital and cash flow, and supporting long-term growth. The position collaborates with operations, estimating, project management, equipment, procurement, and business development leaders to translate strategy into measurable business results. Michels Corporation is a family-owned engineering, design, procurement, and construction services company founded in Brownsville, Wisconsin, in 1959. The company emphasizes safety, quality, growth, and employee development, and offers a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits may vary depending on position and location.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
Progressive finance leadership experience supporting operationally focused businesses.
Demonstrated success leading budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning, performance management, and capital allocation processes.
Strong financial modeling, business analysis, and strategic decision-support capabilities.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and executive presence.
Ability to influence outcomes, build relationships, and drive results across a complex organization.

Nice To Haves

Experience partnering directly with senior operational executives in construction, infrastructure, engineering, industrial services, manufacturing, or other project-based organizations.
CPA, CMA, MBA, or another advanced professional designation.

Responsibilities

Serve as a strategic financial partner to the Business Group President and leadership team, providing financial insight, long-range planning, forecasting, scenario analysis, and recommendations to drive profitable growth and operational excellence.
Lead financial planning and business performance management, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, KPI monitoring, project profitability analysis, cash flow management, working capital optimization, and identification of performance improvement opportunities.
Support capital allocation and growth initiatives by evaluating investments, acquisitions, market expansion opportunities, and major business decisions through financial modeling, business case development, and return-on-investment analysis.
Provide financial leadership and stewardship, ensuring strong financial controls, risk management, and policy compliance.
Develop a high-performing finance team while fostering accountability, collaboration, and financial acumen across the organization.