Controller (vp)

Vice President, Controller

About the Company

Respected provider of top-quality food products

Industry
Food & Beverages

Type
Privately Held, Private Equity-backed

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President, Controller to take on a pivotal role in leading all accounting operations and financial reporting functions. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and GAAP-compliant financial reporting, as well as building a robust internal control framework and a scalable accounting organization. This role demands a leader who can partner with executive management to support organic growth, operational excellence, and strategic initiatives, including acquisitions. Key responsibilities include leading and developing the accounting team, overseeing the monthly close process, maintaining accounting policies and procedures, and managing external audit relationships. The VP Controller will also be heavily involved in inventory, costing, and margin integrity, working capital and cash management, FP&A partnership, and internal controls and risk management. Applicants for the VP Controller position at the company should have a strong background in public accounting, with a focus on inventory accounting and cost structures in complex environments. The role requires a proven track record in designing, implementing, and improving accounting processes, as well as experience in dynamic, growth-oriented settings. The ideal candidate will be adept at leading and managing change, highly motivated to work in a private equity-backed environment, and capable of balancing strategic leadership with hands-on involvement. Strong cross-functional leadership and collaboration skills are essential, as the role involves partnering with various teams to enhance financial and operational processes.

Functions

• Finance