Job Description

Vice President of Finance

Location: Greater Chicago Area, IL

Full-Time | Executive Leadership Role

Compensation: Competitive Executive Salary + Bonus + Full Benefits

Lead. Innovate. Drive Growth.

Our client isnt just building technology, theyre redefining how the world senses, connects, and makes smarter, more sustainable decisions through advanced IoT and sensing platforms.

As they continue their rapid expansion, theyre seeking a Vice President of Finance to serve as a strategic partner to the CFO and executive team, driving financial excellence, scalable systems, and growth initiatives that will shape the next chapter of the companys success.

This is a career-defining leadership opportunity for a finance executive who thrives in high-growth, innovation-driven environments and wants a real seat at the strategic table.

Why Join This Team?

• Executive Visibility- Partner directly with the CFO, CEO, and leadership team on company-wide strategy
• High-Growth Environment- Be part of a fast-scaling IoT and technology-driven organization
• Strategic Impact- Influence M&A, expansion, system transformation, and financial architecture
• Leadership Platform- Build and mentor a high-performing, future-ready finance organization
• Competitive Package- Executive-level compensation, performance bonus, and robust benefits

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Operations

• Oversee all accounting functions: General Ledger, AP/AR, Payroll, Revenue Recognition, and Financial Close
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and audit standards
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes

Strategic Finance & Business Partnership

• Partner with the CFO on financial strategy, long-range planning, and growth modeling
• Deliver KPI dashboards, variance analysis, and executive-level financial insights
• Support executive decision-making with data-driven financial analysis

Systems, Controls & Process Optimization

• Design and strengthen internal controls and scalable financial processes
• Lead or support ERP and financial systems implementations (Infor or similar platforms)
• Improve efficiency through automation and best-practice workflows

M&A & Expansion Leadership

• Drive financial modeling, due diligence, valuation, and post-acquisition integration
• Support expansion strategies, market entry planning, and capital deployment

Team Development & Culture

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performance finance and accounting team
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting leadership experience
• 5+ years in a senior role (VP of Finance, Director of Finance, Head of Finance, or similar)
• Strong command of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls
• Experience in technology, IoT, manufacturing, SaaS, or high-growth environments

Preferred Credentials

• CPA and/or MBA
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling expertise
• Proven M&A experience (due diligence, integration, and strategic finance)

Leadership Profile

• Strategic, hands-on, and highly collaborative
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced, evolving environments
• Strong communicator who can translate financial data into executive-level insights

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