Chief Financial Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company's financial strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and long-range strategic planning.
• Oversee all accounting, financial reporting, treasury, tax, audit, and compliance functions.
• Direct manufacturing cost accounting, inventory valuation, standard costing, and variance analysis.
• Analyze production costs, labor efficiency, overhead allocation, and operational KPIs to improve profitability.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, capital expenditures, and banking relationships.
• Provide financial guidance for plant expansion, equipment investments, and automation initiatives.
• Partner with operations, procurement, and supply chain leadership to optimize manufacturing performance.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, federal and California tax regulations, and internal controls.
• Lead annual audits and coordinate with external auditors, financial institutions, and regulatory agencies.
• Develop financial dashboards and executive reporting for leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Evaluate mergers, acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and investment opportunities.
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance and accounting organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• MBA, CPA, or CMA preferred.
• 12+ years of progressive financial leadership experience.
• Minimum 5 years serving as CFO, VP of Finance, or Finance Director within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience in plastics manufacturing, industrial manufacturing, or chemical manufacturing preferred.
• Deep knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting, inventory management, and ERP systems.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and strategic planning.
• Knowledge of GAAP, SOX compliance, taxation, and corporate governance.
• Advanced proficiency with ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics 365, or Infor.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and executive presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing operations.
• Private equity or publicly traded company experience.
• Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) financial reporting within manufacturing.