Chief Financial Officer - empirical foods, inc.

As a key member of the executive team, the CFO will provide guidance as we sustain our financial strength while continuing to grow our multi-faceted, capital-intensive manufacturing and distribution operations.

• Partner with ownership and other members of the Executive Leadership Team to establish and achieve the company’s long-term strategic and financial plans and targets while sustaining the company’s financial strength. In concert with the company’s senior leaders, act as a catalyst for the activities necessary to support the growth initiatives of the company all premised on an in-depth understanding of markets impacting results.
• Maintain the integrity of the company's financing by providing strong oversight of all financial controls, measurements, reports and systems including financial Planning & Analysis, accounting, internal controls, Budgeting & Forecasting, Financial & Key Performance Indicators, Business Systems, cashflow, tax, and Risk Management.
• Lead our financial team to produce actionable plans resulting in increased margins and profitability as well as raising efficiency and productivity standards.
• Partner with our IT team to maximize the value of our proprietary and acquired technology, including enterprise-wide planning and implementation of financial systems.
• Manage relationships with financial institutions, government agencies, auditors and others with whom we exchange highly confidential financial information.
• Monitor and report accurate, timely financial data and information.
• Implement actionable budgets, to include financial forecasting and modeling based not only on the company’s past performance but on internal and external factors that may affect revenue and expenses.
• Identify key areas of enterprise risk and develop strategies for mitigation.
• Project and evaluate capital expenditures.
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Demonstrated Competencies

• Strategic mindset of business planning and team leadership.
• Financial Acumen to make sound business decisions based on clear understanding of financial indicators.
• Results driven, hands-on manager willing to roll up his/her sleeves and attack underlying tactical issues.
• Possess the Communication, Trustworthiness and Leadership skills necessary to build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet company objectives. Align, motivate and manage an engaged team.
• Proficiency in Risk Management.
• Develops Talent:  Develop and mentor individuals to meet career, department and company goals.
• Regulatory and Compliance: Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance demands.
• Proficient in financial technologies.
• Ethical integrity.

 Physical Requirements: Office setting

Experience:  Proven success in a CFO or senior financial leadership role. Experience in a capital-intensive manufacturing industry is highly desired

Education:  Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred
Department:   Finance
Reports to (if applicable):  Ownership