FINANCE DIRECTOR – FOOD MANUFACTURING

Dallas, Texas

Our client is a leading food manufacturer in the high growth segment of ethnic meals and appetizers (Asian, Latin, and international foods) sold to national retailers, food service companies, convenience stores, distributors, and educational institutions across the globe.  They have a strong team culture and expertly craft food cuisines with strong product leadership, operational excellence, and customer experience while positively impacting the communities and ecosystems where we live and work.

The company has doubled in revenue over the last 5 yrs. and are averaging 20% growth per annum on average. As a result, they created a new Finance Director position and are looking for a talented financial professional who embodies their company values and who want to be a part of driving transformation in a high growth, fun culture.  Reporting to the GM, this is an amazing opportunity to join this organization, at an exciting inflection point in their business where they are growing exponentially!

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Finance Director position is responsible for directing the organization's overall accounting, financial and administrative policies and processes. Oversees all financial functions including accounting and reporting, budgeting, operations analysis, credit, insurance, tax, and treasury. Accountable for the administrative, financial, and risk management operations of the company. Expected to constantly seek improvement in company’s business administration functions and infrastructure. This is a highly entrepreneurial role with an opportunity to build-out and shape a highly professional finance organization from the ground level as they scale the business.

Demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity, latitude and responsibility is expected. Reports to General Manager with a dotted line to Chief Executive Officer.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare monthly financial reporting including IS, BS, CFS, EBITDA add backs, revenue detail, COGS detail, Opex detail, bank covenants, NWC, CapEx, comparisons to budget and prior year, etc.

• Monitor and analyze cash flows, cost controls, and expenses to guide business leaders

• Prepare weekly flash report

• Lead annual budgeting and 13-week cash flow forecasting process for Company

• Analyze proposed capital expenditure growth projects (i.e. ROI analyses)

• Execute and report comprehensive monthly and quarterly PowerPoint presentations to executive leadership and board

• Leverage ERP (Oracle Netscape) to spearhead digital transformation, leverage all capabilities, deliver insights, and help guide decision-making

• Establish, track, and analyze KPIs such as customer and product profitability, workforce utilization, etc. to drive business insights

• Assist sales team with pricing and costing analytics

• Interact with outside CPA firm for annual audit and tax return preparation

REQUIREMENTS

• Must have at least a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, advanced degree is a plus

• Must have at least 10 - 15 years of related finance experience in food & beverage, pharmaceutical or similar type manufacturing environment

• CPA or MBA is a plus

• Must have experience interacting with outside investors

• Must have ERP experience with knowledge of Oracle Netsuite being a plus

• Bilingual Cantonese or Mandarin is a plus bur not required 

• Must be skillful in Microsoft Suite (i.e. Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

• Must be a self-starter with strong drive for results and high level of personal responsibility

• Must have excellent communication and presentation skills

• Should be a collaborative and cooperative leader and team member

• Must have strategic planning and organizational skills

• Should be adept at navigating in ambiguous and entrepreneurial environments

• Must have hands-on execution comfort and capability

• Must be comfortable and capable working with and upgrading existing infrastructure and resources

In return, they can offer a competitive base salary, bonus potential and participation in their equity sharing program. Send resume to: jobs@foodemployment.com or call 239-839-2914 of more details