About this opportunity
Vaco lists this VP of Finance opportunity in louisville, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Overview
An organization is seeking a VP of Finance to lead the organization's financial strategy, planning, and reporting functions, with a mandate to build out a new business segment from the ground up. This role is responsible for directing budgeting and forecasting, overseeing financial reporting and controls, establishing the organizational, financial, and governance infrastructure needed to support a new line of business, and guiding capital and investment decisions. The position will partner closely with Accounting, Operations, Commercial, and executive leadership to support profitable growth, strengthen financial controls, and inform strategic decision-making across the organization. The ideal candidate is a strategic, hands-on leader with strong experience in corporate finance, financial planning and analysis, building financial functions from scratch, and developing high-performing teams. This individual will bring a continuous improvement mindset and a proven ability to translate financial insights into actionable business strategy.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Analysis
Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing short- and long-term forecasting
Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic and operational decisions
Analyze business performance and identify trends, risks, and opportunities
Partner with department leaders to align budgets with organizational goals
Develop and track key financial metrics and KPIs
Enterprise Development & Program Innovation
Lead the design, development, and implementation of financial strategies and programs that support the growth of a new business segment
Develop strategic business plans and implementation roadmaps for new financial initiatives
Evaluate market and operating conditions to identify opportunities to expand financial capacity and organizational impact
Recommend policies and strategies that position the finance function as a strategic driver of organizational performance
Build and scale a financially sustainable business segment capable of responding to changing market conditions and business needs
Operational & Financial Governance
Establish the operational, financial, and administrative foundations required to support a new business segment
Design and implement governance structures, financial policies, and administrative procedures for the segment's operations
Develop budgeting policies, financial controls, investment guidelines, and risk management frameworks
Create and maintain policies that promote transparency, accountability, and sound financial stewardship
Support executive leadership and the board through strategic recommendations, reporting, and policy development
New Business Segment Development
Build the financial planning, reporting, and operational infrastructure required to launch a new business segment
Develop financial models, business cases, and feasibility analyses to guide the segment's growth strategy
Establish budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking processes specific to the new segment
Partner with executive leadership to define the segment's financial goals, milestones, and success metrics
Identify capital requirements and funding strategies to support the segment's launch and scale-up
Financial Reporting & Controls
Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial reporting
Strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and financial partners
Provide leadership with financial reporting, variance analysis, and performance insights
Leadership & Team Development
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of finance professionals, including building out new team capacity to support the growing business segment
Develop organizational capacity through staff training, professional development, and succession planning
Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Establish departmental goals and evaluate team performance outcomes
Collaborate with Accounting, Operations, and Commercial teams
Support strategic initiatives related to capital allocation, growth, and financial performance
Communicate financial insights and recommendations to executive leadership and the board
Process Improvement & Systems
Drive automation and continuous improvement initiatives across finance functions
Identify opportunities to improve reporting, workflows, and financial processes
Support ERP and financial systems enhancements
Enhance scalability of finance processes to support company growth and the new business segment
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
8–12+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or financial leadership roles
Strong experience with financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting
Experience with financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance
Demonstrated experience establishing operational and financial governance structures, policies, or infrastructure
Demonstrated experience building financial processes, systems, or teams from the ground up
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling
Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting/BI tools
Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and leadership abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
MBA, CPA, or CFA
Experience launching or scaling a new business unit, division, or product line
Experience establishing governance frameworks or financial infrastructure for a growing organization
Experience in a large corporate, manufacturing, industrial, or logistics environment
Experience presenting to a board of directors or investors
Experience with M&A, capital raises, or complex financing structures
Exposure to private equity or investor-backed environments is a plus
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.
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Worksite address
louisville, KY, 40201, US
Who can apply
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