Brilliant Financial Search - IL
Vice President Finance
Brilliant Financial Search - IL, Westmont, Illinois, United States, 60559
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title
: Vice President of Finance
Location
: Westmont, IL
Salary Range
: $225,000 to $275,000 + Bonus/Benefits
An established manufacturing organization is seeking a Vice President of Finance to provide strategic leadership and oversight of financial operations. This executive role will drive enterprise-wide financial strategies, strengthen internal controls, and deliver the financial insights needed to support long-term growth. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership to shape financial direction and operational strategy in a dynamic, growth-focused environment.
Responsibilities
Partner with executive leadership on financial strategy, including mergers and acquisitions, pricing, capital expenditures, and growth initiatives
Lead the development and implementation of finance, accounting, and internal control policies, ensuring consistency and compliance across the organization
Oversee the budgeting process for operating and capital expenditures, providing performance analysis and actionable recommendations to address variances
Manage risk mitigation strategies and optimize tax structure to support profitability and cash flow objectives
Evaluate investment opportunities and acquisition targets in alignment with organizational goals
Direct financial reporting, forecasting, and special analyses to provide senior leadership with insights on performance and strategic alternatives
Provide leadership in the advancement of financial systems and digital platforms to drive efficiency and decision-making
Build and develop a high-performing finance and IT team through recruitment, performance management, and succession planning
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred
Proven leadership experience at the executive level, ideally within manufacturing or industrial sectors
Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and compliance requirements
Experience with mergers and acquisitions, capital planning, and risk management
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, drive process improvements, and influence executive decision-making
Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner across functions and provide strategic counsel to senior leadership
Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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Company Description
Brilliant is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance and technology for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. Many of Brilliant’s team members include former accounting, finance and technology professionals who are experts in the fields.
Company Description Brilliant is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance and technology for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. Many of Brilliant’s team members include former accounting, finance and technology professionals who are experts in the fields.
Job Title
: Vice President of Finance
Location
: Westmont, IL
Salary Range
: $225,000 to $275,000 + Bonus/Benefits
An established manufacturing organization is seeking a Vice President of Finance to provide strategic leadership and oversight of financial operations. This executive role will drive enterprise-wide financial strategies, strengthen internal controls, and deliver the financial insights needed to support long-term growth. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership to shape financial direction and operational strategy in a dynamic, growth-focused environment.
Responsibilities
Partner with executive leadership on financial strategy, including mergers and acquisitions, pricing, capital expenditures, and growth initiatives
Lead the development and implementation of finance, accounting, and internal control policies, ensuring consistency and compliance across the organization
Oversee the budgeting process for operating and capital expenditures, providing performance analysis and actionable recommendations to address variances
Manage risk mitigation strategies and optimize tax structure to support profitability and cash flow objectives
Evaluate investment opportunities and acquisition targets in alignment with organizational goals
Direct financial reporting, forecasting, and special analyses to provide senior leadership with insights on performance and strategic alternatives
Provide leadership in the advancement of financial systems and digital platforms to drive efficiency and decision-making
Build and develop a high-performing finance and IT team through recruitment, performance management, and succession planning
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred
Proven leadership experience at the executive level, ideally within manufacturing or industrial sectors
Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and compliance requirements
Experience with mergers and acquisitions, capital planning, and risk management
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, drive process improvements, and influence executive decision-making
Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner across functions and provide strategic counsel to senior leadership
Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
#LI-CM1
Company Description
Brilliant is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance and technology for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. Many of Brilliant’s team members include former accounting, finance and technology professionals who are experts in the fields.
Company Description Brilliant is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance and technology for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. Many of Brilliant’s team members include former accounting, finance and technology professionals who are experts in the fields.