VP of Finance - Ruprecht

RUPRECHT CO•Mundelein, IL

About The Position

This is a high-impact leadership role for a seasoned operational finance executive ready to lead and scale a critical business unit. As Vice President of Finance – Ruprecht, you will have full financial ownership of the business, including P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow, and serve as a key partner to the North America CFO and executive leadership team. You will lead the core finance pillars—FP&A, Operations Finance/Standards and Accounting/Controllership—while building a high-performing organization that delivers both operational rigor and strategic insight.

Requirements

10+ years of progressive finance experience, including senior leadership roles in manufacturing or food production
Demonstrated skills and experience in accounting and financial reporting
Proven success owning or heavily influencing full financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
Track record of leading multi-functional finance teams in complex, multi-site environments
Strong business acumen with the ability to link financial performance to operational drivers
Experience driving transformation, systems improvements, and scalable processes
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred)

Responsibilities

Own and deliver the financial performance of the business, with full accountability for P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow
Provide end-to-end leadership of all traditional finance functions including FP&A, Operations Finance/Standards, and Accounting/Controllership
Lead and scale a high-performing finance organization with 10+ direct and indirect reports
Elevate finance as a strategic partner across the business, influencing key decisions at the executive level
Act as a trusted advisor to the North America CFO and senior leadership team
Lead integrated business planning, forecasting, and performance management
Translate financial data into actionable insights that drive margin expansion, cost discipline, and growth
Ensure best-in-class financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements
Drive discipline in cost management, plant performance, and operational finance standards
Optimize working capital, liquidity, and capital deployment
Support and evaluate strategic initiatives including capital investments, network optimization, and M&A
Lead finance transformation efforts, including systems, processes, and reporting enhancements
Partner cross-functionally to improve operational execution and profitability
Strengthen internal controls and financial governance frameworks
Lead audits and maintain strong external partnerships
Proactively identify and mitigate financial and operational risks
Build, lead, and develop a deep bench of finance talent across multiple functions
Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement
Coach and mentor future finance leaders