Description Robert half is assisting a small but thriving manufacturing company headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, specializing in delivering high-quality products to our customers. As part of our leadership team, you'll play a pivotal role in driving our operational efficiency and ensuring financial excellence. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic finance leader with manufacturing experience who thrives in both strategic and hands-on capacities. Position Summary: We are seeking a Vice President of Finance and Accounting to lead our financial and accounting functions with a specific focus on operations finance and manufacturing cost analysis. This role requires a strong communicator and leader who can operate at both a tactical and strategic level to ensure the company achieves its financial goals. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in manufacturing finance leadership and a track record of effectively managing the financial operations of a manufacturing environment. As the VP of Finance and Accounting, you will work onsite in Birmingham, Alabama. This is a key leadership role in our organization that requires someone who understands the complexities of manufacturing accounting and is excited to collaborate, lead, and innovate. Essential Responsibilities: + Oversee and manage the financial planning, reporting, and analysis processes for the company, ensuring accuracy and transparency in all financial matters. + Lead the development and implementation of financial strategies to support the company’s short-term and long-term goals. + Establish and maintain cost accounting systems to manage and evaluate manufacturing costs, including material, labor, and overhead expenses. + Partner closely with operations leadership to drive efficiency improvements, analyze performance metrics, and identify cost-saving opportunities. + Direct monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in compliance with regulatory standards, ensuring timely and accurate submissions. + Evaluate and implement systems, processes, and controls to improve decision-making and automation in financial operations. + Provide mentorship and leadership to the finance and accounting team, developing and scaling their skills to meet organizational needs. + Collaborate with cross-functional teams and present financial insights and recommendations to senior leadership, board members, and key stakeholders to shape business strategy. + Manage the budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment across departments. Relocation assistance will be offered to the selected candidate to support their move to Birmingham, Alabama. What We Offer: + A collaborative, team-focused work environment. + Leadership opportunities in a growing, manufacturing-focused company. + Competitive compensation package, including salary and bonuses tailored to experience. + Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans. + Professional growth and development opportunities. For immediate consideration, apply now or contact Bryan Rushing with Robert Half in Birmingham on LinkedIn Requirements + Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required). + CPA certification (preferred but not required). + A minimum of 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience in a manufacturing environment. + Proven expertise in manufacturing cost analysis and operations finance. + Strong knowledge of GAAP and other financial regulations. + Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across diverse teams. + Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills; experience implementing or optimizing financial systems is highly desirable. + A track record of providing strategic guidance while remaining hands-on in financial and accounting operations. 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