Job Description

Position Description and Performance Requirements

Company Overview

A Head for Profits (AHFP) is an industry leader in the beverage dispense segment with the biggest geographic footprint of any other service providers. We install, service and maintain draft beer systems, wine on tap, cocktails on tap, coffee and water systems for the hospitality sector. We have seen substantial growth over the past 12 years from two rounds of funding to help our core business along with mergers and acquisitions. AHFP has continued plans to scale our business in the future.

Position Overview:

The Vice President of Finance is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing all financial operations, including accounting, financial planning, and analysis. This position partners closely with executive leadership to drive strategic decision-making, ensure fiscal health, and position the company for long-term growth.

Essential job functions:

• Serve as a key advisor to executive leadership and the board on financial performance, growth opportunities, and long-term strategy.
• Partner with executive leadership in meetings with banks, lenders, and financial institutions to present key financial metrics, performance indicators, and strategic plans.
• Lead financial planning, forecasting, and scenario modeling to support data-driven decisions.
• Drive initiatives that enhance profitability, scalability, and capital efficiency.
• Oversee accounting, compliance, and reporting functions to ensure accuracy and adherence to GAAP and regulatory standards.
• Develop and implement financial policies, controls, and reporting systems that support sustainable growth.
• Partner with department heads to translate financial insights into actionable business plans.
• Support the monthly financial close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and a detailed review of operating results
• Oversee all aspects of inventory accounting, including sub-ledger maintenance, and cost roll processes and Document the Company's current end to end inventory processes
• Prepare monthly reconciliations for all inventory-related accounts across all warehousing locations
• Perform and improve monthly revenue close activities, including reconciling revenue, AR adjustment, and deferred revenue accounts, as well as completing related inventory reconciliations to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Support efforts to secure additional capital and funding by preparing lending packages, presenting financial narratives, and strengthening banking relationships.
• Support the evaluation and execution of mergers, acquisitions, and post-acquisition integration.
• Lead capital planning and financing initiatives to fund key growth and strategic priorities.
• Identify and implement technology and process improvements to optimize financial operations.
• Mentor and develop entry-level finance staff into confident, skilled team members, typically coaching groups of three to five through structured learning, hands-on guidance, and clear growth pathways
• Education:
• A bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field is essential; an MBA or CPA is highly preferred.
• Experience:
• 12+ years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, including at least 3 years in a senior leadership capacity (Controller, Director, or VP).
• Preferred experience in the areas of Hospitality, Beverage Supplier, Beverage Wholesale, or route-based businesses.
• Skills:
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and business partnership skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and decision-making ability.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems, BI platforms, advanced Excel, data analytics, and financial modeling tools.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex budgets and implementing financial systems or transformations.
• High integrity, discretion, and sound judgment
• Strong understanding of Inventory accounting

Salary:

• Starting yearly salary: $140,000, commensurate with experience.

If you meet the above requirements and are looking for an exciting opportunity to lead the financial operations of a growing company, we encourage you to apply for this position.

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