Vice President of Finance

River Valley Foods•Syracuse, NY

5d•$200,000 - $225,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Vice President of Finance is a senior executive leadership role responsible for leading all financial functions across River Valley Holdings, Inc., including accounting, financial planning & analysis, treasury, and strategic finance. This role will serve as a key business partner to executive leadership, driving financial strategy, enhancing decision-making capabilities, and building scalable financial infrastructure to support the company’s continued growth. The Vice President of Finance is expected to operate as a strategic leader with company-wide impact and play a critical role in aligning financial performance with operational execution.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field required
10–15+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience
5–7+ years in a senior leadership role
Strong background in financial strategy, FP&A, accounting operations, and treasury management
Experience with ERP systems, financial modeling, and business intelligence tools
Strong strategic thinking and business acumen
Ability to operate as both a hands-on leader and strategic advisor
Advanced financial modeling and analytical capabilities
Exceptional leadership and team development skills
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
High level of integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on scalability and efficiency

Nice To Haves

MBA or advanced degree preferred
CPA designation preferred
Experience in distribution, manufacturing, logistics, or similar industries preferred

Responsibilities

Partner with the executive leadership team to develop and execute the company’s long-term financial strategy, aligning financial planning with overall business objectives and growth initiatives.
Provide proactive financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making, capital allocation, and resource prioritization across the organization.
Lead the development of advanced financial models, including scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and business case evaluations for new initiatives, investments, acquisitions, and expansion opportunities.
Oversee enterprise-level cash flow planning, including development of forward-looking cash flow statements, liquidity planning, and working capital optimization.
Evaluate and monitor debt structures, borrowing capacity, and compliance with bank covenants; provide ongoing analysis of financing strategies and capital availability.
Develop tools and frameworks to assess financial risk, including stress testing of key assumptions such as sales, margins, costs, and capital investments, and identify potential impacts to profitability.
Serve as a strategic advisor to leadership on financial performance, operational efficiency, and long-term scalability, ensuring the organization is positioned for sustainable growth.
Lead the development and governance of company-wide financial KPIs and executive scorecards, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and driving accountability across departments.
Build and maintain scalable financial planning processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.
Provide detailed variance analysis and actionable insights to leadership, identifying key drivers of performance.
Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-financial leaders.
Oversee the preparation and presentation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and all applicable regulatory requirements.
Present financial results, trends, and key insights to executive leadership.
Drive continuous improvement in reporting processes, timelines, and data accuracy.
Provide leadership and oversight of all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
Ensure the integrity of financial data and the effectiveness of internal controls.
Partner closely with the Financial Controller to ensure efficient, accurate, and timely close processes.
Drive process improvements, automation, and scalability across accounting operations.
Establish and maintain accounting policies and procedures to support business growth and compliance.
Oversee cash management, liquidity planning, and working capital optimization across the organization.
Maintain and strengthen relationships with banking partners and financial institutions.
Manage debt structures, financing arrangements, and lender compliance requirements.
Lead capital planning efforts, including capital expenditures and financing strategies.
Continuously evaluates capital structure and spending to support growth and operational needs.
Oversee all tax planning and compliance activities, including federal, state, and local filings.
Partner with external tax advisors to optimize tax strategies and mitigate risk.
Lead external audit strategy and relationships, ensuring audit readiness, compliance, and alignment with business objectives.
Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks across the organization.
Maintain strong internal controls and governance practices.
Lead the evaluation, implementation, and optimization of financial systems, including ERP, reporting platforms, and automation tools.
Partner with IT and business leaders to enhance data integrity, accessibility, and reporting capabilities.
Drive improvements in financial visibility through dashboards, analytics, and business intelligence tools.
Ensure financial systems and processes are scalable to support future growth and acquisitions.
Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting teams.
Build a high-performing, scalable finance organization aligned with company growth.
Establish clear goals, accountability, and performance expectations.
Foster a culture of ownership, collaboration, continuous improvement, and proactive problem-solving.
Support mergers and acquisitions, including financial modeling, due diligence, and integration planning.
Evaluate new business opportunities, partnerships, and investments.
Monitor post-investment performance and ensure alignment with financial objectives.