Vice President of Finance, LaunchPad Businesses

Re:Build Manufacturing•Framingham, MA

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Re:Build Manufacturing is a growing family of industrial and engineering businesses focused on building America's next generation industrial company through enabling technologies, operational superiority, and strategic M&A. They deploy deep expertise in engineering, operations management, and technology to enhance the performance of their member companies, aiming to revitalize US manufacturing. Their capabilities span product and systems design, automation, fabrication, assembly, and large volume contract manufacturing for diverse industries including aerospace, defense, mobility, healthcare, and energy. Re:Build Manufacturing is seeking a transformative Vice President of Finance for their Launchpad Businesses. This role involves architecting and leading a comprehensive support ecosystem for a portfolio of emerging businesses, reporting directly to the CFO. The Vice President will create the financial, operational, and strategic infrastructure to nurture Launchpad businesses from incubation through spin-out, in coordination with the Re:Accelerate fund. This position combines CFO-level strategic leadership, business-building expertise, and portfolio management, requiring the design of scalable frameworks and hands-on support in establishing processes, building teams, and shaping Re:Build's support for its next generation of businesses.

Requirements

15-20+ years of progressive finance leadership with demonstrated success building and scaling finance organizations
CFO or senior finance executive experience in start-up, high-growth, or venture backed environments
Track record of supporting new business unit launches, establishing financial rigor from the ground up
Experience with business transitions, spin-outs, carve-outs, or asset sales
History of building and leading high-performing finance teams across multiple sites
Strategic finance leader driving financial performance and transformative change
Experience with investor relations, fundraising, capital structures, and board-level reporting
Strong business acumen with experience in pricing strategy, commercial analytics, and deal underwriting
Deep expertise in FP&A with ability to adapt frameworks for businesses at different lifecycle stages
Diversified P&L management experience (in terms of size, industry, & business model)
Proficiency implementing financial systems, ERP platforms, and analytics tools
Proven ability to build, lead, and develop high-performing, inclusive teams
Collaborative leadership style with ability to partner across functional boundaries
Outstanding communication skills with experience presenting to boards, investors, and executive teams
Entrepreneurial mindset with comfort operating in ambiguous, evolving environments
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business, or related field required

Nice To Haves

Background in portfolio management, private equity, venture capital, or corporate development preferred
MBA, or relevant experience preferred

Responsibilities

Design and implement a comprehensive lifecycle support model for Launchpad businesses from incubation through Re:Accelerate funding and spin-out
Establish standardized spin-out processes including governance, financial separation, and capital structures
Develop business processes enabling Launchpad companies to leverage Re:Build's internal capabilities
Lead capital allocation strategy, investment structuring, transaction support, and due diligence
Oversee all finance activities for Re:Build's Launchpad portfolio
Maintain comprehensive records on investments, capital allocation, and performance
Partner with leadership on portfolio strategy, governance, and board reporting
Support pricing and commercial deal underwriting for portfolio companies
Build and lead a high-performing finance team supporting accounting, FP&A, and analytics across multiple entities
Implement financial systems, reporting infrastructure, and analytics tools tailored to early-stage businesses
Serve as strategic advisor to Launchpad General Managers, providing meaningful financial analysis and insights
Provide hands-on strategic and transaction support for key portfolio companies (e.g., Cadonix, Drone)
Develop budgeting and forecasting processes tailored to early-stage and high growth businesses
Monitor performance metrics and provide regular reporting to CFO, executive leadership, and boards
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal control frameworks
Lead quarterly business reviews, board presentations, and investor communications