Vice President of Finance

Middleby • Bow, NH

218d

About The Position

Join Pitco, a pioneering Middleby Company founded in 1918 by J.C. Pitman, as we lead the industry in delivering top-tier fryers, rethermalizers, and pasta cookers. Our commitment to innovation includes revolutionary Integrated Oil Management technology, helping shape a more efficient future for the restaurant industry. With a century-long legacy, Pitco continues to redefine equipment design for the finest fried foods, inspired by the groundbreaking Pitco Frialator patented in 1918. As the world leader in commercial frying systems, Pitco supplies restaurant chains, hotel kitchens, and institutional customers across the Americas, Europe, Middle East/Africa, and Asia/Pacific. We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for a Vice President of Finance to join our team in Bow, NH. In this critical role, you will be a financial and strategic advisor to the Divisional President, playing a key role in the company's strategic planning, goal-setting, and vision development. This position serves as a strategic partner to the Senior Leadership Team, providing insights and guidance to support Pitco's growth and success on a global scale.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance; an MBA is preferred.
• CMA or CPA certification is a plus.
• Prior manufacturing industry experience is required, with international experience considered a strong plus.
• Progressive experience, ideally up to a Controller or equivalent role, with a strong background in cost accounting and financial scalability in high-growth environments.
• Proficiency with the MS Office suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint) and experience in technology integration for financial functions.
• Exceptional analytical skills with a strategic mindset and ability to interpret P&L and Balance Sheet metrics effectively.
• Proven exposure to commercial operations, including customer interactions, pricing reviews, and product-level economic analysis.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the President to shape and implement Pitco's strategic vision and operational objectives.
• Serve as a trusted financial and strategic advisor, ensuring alignment between financial performance and business goals.
• Act as a strategic partner to the executive leadership team, contributing financial insights to decision-making processes and supporting organizational growth.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills, fostering a collaborative environment and guiding the Finance team to success.
• Lead efforts to plan and optimize the organization's financial performance, including overseeing accounting operations and maintaining robust internal controls.
• Drive the implementation of a new ERP system to enhance productivity and support the company's evolving needs.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, adhering to legal requirements and GAAP standards.
• Monitor and analyze financial performance against budgets and forecasts, making data-driven adjustments to improve financial outcomes.
• Oversee accounting and control processes, manage the information systems department, and collaborate with HR to develop compensation and benefits packages aligned with organizational goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees