VP Finance

About the role

VP Finance opportunity in Los Angeles, California, with a well-established manufacturing and production company specializing in electronic components and assemblies. Lead budgeting, forecasting, pricing strategy, and financial operations while partnering directly with ownership to drive business performance and guide the organization through a period of transformation and growth. The organization offers a hands‑on, entrepreneurial environment where the VP Finance will partner directly with ownership to support strategic decision‑making, operational performance, and business growth.

Responsibilities

• Own budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and performance analysis.
• Develop pricing models and prepare financial analysis for government contracts.
• Oversee financial reporting, audits, compliance, and internal controls.
• Partner with ownership and operational leaders to drive strategic decision‑making.
• Manage and mentor the accounting team while improving financial processes and systems.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting leadership experience.
• Prior experience within manufacturing and production environments required.
• Strong background supporting government contracts; defense industry experience highly preferred.
• Proven expertise in budgeting, forecasting, FP&A, and strategic financial planning.
• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing accounting teams.
• Confident communicator who can influence and build relationships with senior leaders and strong personalities.
• Ability to thrive in a hands‑on, entrepreneurial environment and drive business performance.
• Experience improving processes, controls, reporting, and financial operations.

Skills

• Budgeting, forecasting, FP&A, strategic financial planning.
• Pricing model development and government contract financial analysis.
• ERP systems and advanced Excel proficiency.
• Leadership and team development.
• Communication and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Process improvement, controls, and internal audit.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Opportunity to join the executive leadership team and partner directly with company ownership.
• Significant influence in shaping the financial strategy and future direction of the business.
• Broad finance leadership role encompassing FP&A, forecasting, pricing, operations, and strategic finance.
• Stable, well‑established manufacturing and production company based in Los Angeles, California.
• High‑visibility position with the opportunity to make an immediate impact.
• Clear opportunity to lead the finance function during a transformative period for the organization.

Pay

Competitive base salary of $175,000+ with flexibility for the right candidate.

Schedule

Flexible start time between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM.