VP Finance & Accounting

Weil Group • Area Norte, PR

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About The Position

Key Responsibilities: Financial Strategy and Planning: Develop and execute the plant’s financial strategy in alignment with overall corporate goals. Oversee the preparation and execution of financial forecasts, budgets, and long-term financial plans. Conduct financial modeling and scenario analysis to support strategic decision-making. Financial Management: Manage the plant’s financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and compliance with regulatory requirements. Implement financial controls and procedures to safeguard the plant’s assets and ensure accuracy in financial reporting. Comply with all local and federal reporting regulations. Cost Management: Analyze cost structures and work closely with operations to optimize cost efficiencies in production. Monitor and manage the plant’s operational costs, including raw materials, labor, and overhead. Develop and oversee cost control measures and improvement initiatives. 4. Performance Analysis: Evaluate financial performance through key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics. Provide actionable insights and recommendations to improve financial performance and operational efficiency. Prepare reports and presentations for the executive team and stakeholders on financial performance and strategic initiatives. 5. Investment and Capital Management: Oversee capital budgeting and investment planning, ensuring alignment with plant objectives and financial capacity. Manage relationships with financial institutions, investors, and other stakeholders. Evaluate potential investments, acquisitions, and partnerships. 6. Team Leadership and Development: Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Ensure the finance team is equipped with the skills and tools necessary to achieve their objectives. Oversee recruitment, training, and development of finance personnel. 7. Risk Management: Identify and manage financial risks, including credit, liquidity, and operational risks. Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans. Ensure compliance with internal controls and external regulations. 8. Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with the plant’s leadership team and other departments to drive strategic initiatives and operational improvements. Communicate financial information and strategies effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders. Represent the plant’s financial interests in external negotiations and engagements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• Proven experience as a CFO or in a senior financial management role within a manufacturing or corrugated production environment.
• Strong understanding of financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the plant’s financial strategy in alignment with overall corporate goals.
• Oversee the preparation and execution of financial forecasts, budgets, and long-term financial plans.
• Conduct financial modeling and scenario analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Manage the plant’s financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Implement financial controls and procedures to safeguard the plant’s assets and ensure accuracy in financial reporting.
• Comply with all local and federal reporting regulations.
• Analyze cost structures and work closely with operations to optimize cost efficiencies in production.
• Monitor and manage the plant’s operational costs, including raw materials, labor, and overhead.
• Develop and oversee cost control measures and improvement initiatives.
• Evaluate financial performance through key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics.
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to improve financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Prepare reports and presentations for the executive team and stakeholders on financial performance and strategic initiatives.
• Oversee capital budgeting and investment planning, ensuring alignment with plant objectives and financial capacity.
• Manage relationships with financial institutions, investors, and other stakeholders.
• Evaluate potential investments, acquisitions, and partnerships.
• Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure the finance team is equipped with the skills and tools necessary to achieve their objectives.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and development of finance personnel.
• Identify and manage financial risks, including credit, liquidity, and operational risks.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and external regulations.
• Work closely with the plant’s leadership team and other departments to drive strategic initiatives and operational improvements.
• Communicate financial information and strategies effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Represent the plant’s financial interests in external negotiations and engagements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive