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Description This is a high-impact leadership role for a seasoned operational finance executive ready to lead and scale a critical business unit. As Vice President of Finance - Ruprecht, you will have full financial ownership of the business, including P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow, and serve as a key partner to the North America CFO and executive leadership team. You will lead the core finance pillars—FP&A, Operations Finance/Standards and Accounting/Controllership—while building a high-performing organization that delivers both operational rigor and strategic insight.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Enterprise Finance Leadership

• Own and deliver the financial performance of the business, with full accountability for P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow
• Provide end-to-end leadership of all traditional finance functions including FP&A, Operations Finance/Standards, and Accounting/Controllership
• Lead and scale a high-performing finance organization with 10+ direct and indirect reports
• Elevate finance as a strategic partner across the business, influencing key decisions at the executive level Strategic Finance & Business Partnership
• Act as a trusted advisor to the North America CFO and senior leadership team
• Lead integrated business planning, forecasting, and performance management
• Translate financial data into actionable insights that drive margin expansion, cost discipline, and growth Operational & Financial Excellence
• Ensure best-in-class financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements
• Drive discipline in cost management, plant performance, and operational finance standards
• Optimize working capital, liquidity, and capital deployment Growth, Transformation & Value Creation
• Support and evaluate strategic initiatives including capital investments, network optimization, and M&A
• Lead finance transformation efforts, including systems, processes, and reporting enhancements
• Partner cross-functionally to improve operational execution and profitability Risk Management & Governance
• Strengthen internal controls and financial governance frameworks
• Lead audits and maintain strong external partnerships
• Proactively identify and mitigate financial and operational risks Leadership & Talent Development
• Build, lead, and develop a deep bench of finance talent across multiple functions
• Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement
• Coach and mentor future finance leaders Requirements
• 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including senior leadership roles in manufacturing or food production
• Demonstrated skills and experience in accounting and financial reporting
• Proven success owning or heavily influencing full financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
• Track record of leading multi-functional finance teams in complex, multi-site environments
• Strong business acumen with the ability to link financial performance to operational drivers
• Experience driving transformation, systems improvements, and scalable processes
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred)