Vice President of Finance

Magnum Venus Products Inc•Oak Ridge, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Vice President of Finance is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing all financial functions of the organization and providing strategic financial guidance to the executive team. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), this leader will drive financial planning, reporting, compliance, and controls across MVP’s global operations. The VP of Finance will serve as a key business partner to operational and commercial leaders, ensuring financial rigor and discipline are embedded in every major decision. This role requires a highly analytical, results-driven finance executive with deep technical accounting expertise and strong leadership skills. Candidates must hold an active CPA license or have held a CPA license in the past.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; MBA preferred
Active CPA license required, or CPA license previously held in good standing
10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role
Prior experience in a manufacturing or industrial company strongly preferred
Demonstrated expertise in GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, or similar); strong Excel skills required
Proven track record of building and leading high-performing finance teams
Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance audiences
Strategic financial acumen and business partnership mindset
Strong leadership and people development capabilities
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
High integrity and commitment to accuracy, compliance, and internal controls
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
Effective communication and collaboration with executive leadership and cross-functional teams

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee the preparation and accuracy of all financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements in accordance with GAAP
Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local tax regulations; oversee tax planning and filings
Lead external audit relationships and ensure timely completion of annual audits
Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets
Lead the annual budgeting and multi-year forecasting processes in collaboration with department leaders
Deliver insightful financial analysis and reporting to the COO, CEO, and board as needed
Identify financial trends, risks, and opportunities and communicate findings with actionable recommendations
Partner with operations, sales, and product teams to evaluate financial performance against strategic goals
Support M&A due diligence, integration planning, and post-merger financial analysis as needed
Manage banking relationships, credit facilities, and debt covenants
Develop and maintain investment and capital allocation strategies aligned with company objectives
Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting functions
Drive continuous improvement of financial systems, processes, and tools including ERP optimization
Ensure accurate and timely cost accounting and inventory valuation across manufacturing operations
Maintain intercompany accounting accuracy across global entities
Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing finance team across accounting, FP&A, and related functions
Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development within the finance organization
Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Legal, Operations, and Commercial teams as a trusted business partner