Vice President Finance
About the role
Vice President, Finance
Our client is a multi site consumer goods manufacturing company and they are looking for a hands on VP Finance to support the department and be a strategic business leader for the busy and growing business.
Location - Surrey, BC.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee all accounting functions and department team, including accounts payable/receivable, GL and financial controls.
- Lead the monthly close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with internal policies and regulations.
- Involved in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, reporting and presentations for senior leadership and stakeholders.
- Lead the successful implementation and optimization of SAP ERP, collaborating across departments to align processes and ensure user adoption.
- Develop and maintain operational dashboards and key performance indicators (KPIs) that provide visibility into financial and operational performance.
- Provide financial insight and analysis to support decision-making at all levels of the organization.
- Supervise payroll processing to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant compensation of employees.
- Provide financial and process support to Operations, Supply Chain, R&D, and Commercial teams.
- Ensure data consistency across departments and support reporting requirements with accurate financial and operational data.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
- 7-10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, preferably within the food manufacturing or consumer packaged goods industry.
- Proven track record of ERP implementation (SAP highly preferred).
- Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams.
- Knowledge of financial regulations, payroll compliance, and HR administration best practices.
- Experience in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
Target salary in the 160-190,000+ range.
If this role is of interest to you, please send us your resume today!
About MacDonald Search Group
WE CONNECT GREAT COMPANIES ... WITH EXCEPTIONAL CANDIDATES
Welcome to MacDonald Search Group – Canada's trusted and experienced executive search and recruitment firm. With offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Halifax, and Moncton, and an online presence across North America; our goal is simple – finding the right fit for clients and candidates.
Companies and candidates rarely get together by accident. It takes a collaborative approach to combine a client's needs and a candidate's aspirations. With our depth of experience, we’re trusted to bring the two parties together and make that perfect match.
Whether the position is in sales, marketing, or management across a variety of industries, we work tenaciously to connect great clients with great candidates.
Industries We Serve
We believe every role is searchable. As long as the criteria for a position is identifiable and there are target candidates to recruit, we have the experience, adaptability, and passion to work on all types of positions and industries.
CONSUMER PACKAGED GOODS & FOOD SERVICE
BEVERAGE ALCOHOL
CANNABIS
MANUFACTURING
OPERATIONS
SUPPLY CHAIN & LOGISTICS
INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS, BUILDING PRODUCTS & CONSTRUCTION
MARKETING
B2B
RETAIL / MULTI-UNIT
HUMAN RESOURCES
FINANCE
LIFE SCIENCES – PHARMACEUTICALS, MEDICAL DEVICES, DENTAL, ANIMAL HEALTH
OFFICE ADMINISTRATION
Vice President Finance
About the role
Vice President, Finance
Our client is a multi site consumer goods manufacturing company and they are looking for a hands on VP Finance to support the department and be a strategic business leader for the busy and growing business.
Location - Surrey, BC.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee all accounting functions and department team, including accounts payable/receivable, GL and financial controls.
- Lead the monthly close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with internal policies and regulations.
- Involved in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, reporting and presentations for senior leadership and stakeholders.
- Lead the successful implementation and optimization of SAP ERP, collaborating across departments to align processes and ensure user adoption.
- Develop and maintain operational dashboards and key performance indicators (KPIs) that provide visibility into financial and operational performance.
- Provide financial insight and analysis to support decision-making at all levels of the organization.
- Supervise payroll processing to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant compensation of employees.
- Provide financial and process support to Operations, Supply Chain, R&D, and Commercial teams.
- Ensure data consistency across departments and support reporting requirements with accurate financial and operational data.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
- 7-10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, preferably within the food manufacturing or consumer packaged goods industry.
- Proven track record of ERP implementation (SAP highly preferred).
- Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams.
- Knowledge of financial regulations, payroll compliance, and HR administration best practices.
- Experience in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
Target salary in the 160-190,000+ range.
If this role is of interest to you, please send us your resume today!
About MacDonald Search Group
WE CONNECT GREAT COMPANIES ... WITH EXCEPTIONAL CANDIDATES
Welcome to MacDonald Search Group – Canada's trusted and experienced executive search and recruitment firm. With offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Halifax, and Moncton, and an online presence across North America; our goal is simple – finding the right fit for clients and candidates.
Companies and candidates rarely get together by accident. It takes a collaborative approach to combine a client's needs and a candidate's aspirations. With our depth of experience, we’re trusted to bring the two parties together and make that perfect match.
Whether the position is in sales, marketing, or management across a variety of industries, we work tenaciously to connect great clients with great candidates.
Industries We Serve
We believe every role is searchable. As long as the criteria for a position is identifiable and there are target candidates to recruit, we have the experience, adaptability, and passion to work on all types of positions and industries.
CONSUMER PACKAGED GOODS & FOOD SERVICE
BEVERAGE ALCOHOL
CANNABIS
MANUFACTURING
OPERATIONS
SUPPLY CHAIN & LOGISTICS
INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS, BUILDING PRODUCTS & CONSTRUCTION
MARKETING
B2B
RETAIL / MULTI-UNIT
HUMAN RESOURCES
FINANCE
LIFE SCIENCES – PHARMACEUTICALS, MEDICAL DEVICES, DENTAL, ANIMAL HEALTH
OFFICE ADMINISTRATION