VP of Finance Position Available In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Job Title:

Vice President of Finance Reports to:

President Location:

Onsite- Williamstown, NJ Status:

Full-time/Exempt Shift:

Days, with flexibility based on company needs

Hours:

40, with flexibility based on company needs About the

Company:

The Sclafani family began in the food industry in the late 1800s when Marie Sclafani and her husband came to the United States from Italy with their four sons. Over the years, the family developed the Sclafani® brand into a line of products that included canned tomatoes and vegetables, pasta, olive oil and other Italian specialties. In the 1950s, Dominick Sclafani, a culinary talent, developed a unique fully prepared pizza sauce, which he named Don Pepino®. The sauce became one of the company’s best sellers, and the original recipe is still used to this day. Today, the Sclafani® and Don Pepino® brands are part of the newly formed Violet Foods. These iconic brands are recognized as two of the finest brands of canned tomatoes and sauces in the industry. Their secret is the quality of the fresh tomatoes used to make every recipe.

Role Overview:

The Vice President of Finance is a key member of the executive leadership team, reporting directly to the President and acting as a strategic financial advisor across the organization. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company’s financial infrastructure while providing critical insights that support data-driven decision-making and long-term business growth. This will include putting in new systems for production management, as well as, implementing a new ERP system. The ideal candidate brings a blend of technical expertise, leadership capability, and strong business acumen to help guide the organization through its next phase of growth and evolution.

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as a strategic partner to the President and executive team in shaping and executing the company’s financial vision and long-term objectives. Own and lead all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and KPI tracking to ensure alignment with business goals. Develop and refine internal financial models to support strategic planning, investment decisions, and performance analysis. Deliver forward-looking insights and risk/opportunity assessments to support business initiatives and operational effectiveness. Lead the financial planning, analysis, and reporting process, integrating financial and production data with business analytics to provide actionable insights. Prepare and present comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages with commentary on trends, variances, and performance versus budget and prior periods. Provide ad hoc financial analysis for major initiatives, business cases, or special projects, including board-level presentations. Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with US GAAP and regulatory requirements. Oversee annual financial audits, tax filings, and liaise with external auditors, banking partners, and legal advisors. Maintain strong internal controls and governance practices to minimize financial risk and ensure operational integrity. Oversee capital planning strategies, including the evaluation and execution of asset sales, refinances, or restructuring activities. Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing finance and accounting team; create a culture of productivity, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. Establish clear performance objectives and development plans, providing regular feedback and mentorship. Promote cross-functional collaboration to align finance with sales, operations, HR, and other departments. Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and streamline processes. Partner with department leaders to monitor spend, evaluate hiring and investment decisions, and improve budget discipline. Implement new ERP system for the company, as well as, assist with implementation of new systems for production and inventory management. Leverage ERP and reporting systems to ensure scalable financial operations and data integrity.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; MBA or CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including 5+ years in a director or senior leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and advanced financial analysis and modeling capabilities.
• Demonstrated success in leading finance functions within a growth-oriented company.
• Proven track record of managing audits, banking relationships, and capital transactions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems. ERP implementation experience is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and retain high-performing teams.
• Results-driven leader with a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.