Description

The Bay Family of Companies, a privately held organization headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin, is seeking an accomplished financial executive to serve as its next Chief Financial Officer following the retirement of the current CFO. This is a unique opportunity to join a well-established, growth-oriented organization and play a key role in shaping its financial strategy and continued success. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in public accounting, along with significant leadership experience in manufacturing environments and a demonstrated ability to guide complex, multi-location operations.

Position Summary

Reporting to the President and serving as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) provides strategic financial leadership and serves as a trusted advisor to the President, Board of Directors, and business leaders. The CFO is responsible for the overall financial management of the organization, including financial strategy, accounting, forecasting, treasury, tax, risk management, mergers and acquisitions, internal controls, and regulatory compliance. This executive partners closely with leadership across the organization to drive profitable growth, optimize capital allocation, strengthen financial performance, and support the creation of long-term enterprise value.

Areas Of Responsibility

Serve as a strategic business partner and active member of the Senior Leadership Team
Communicate and collaborate effectively with the Board of Directors, President, and Senior Leadership Team
Assess and evaluate the financial performance of the various divisions of the company
Provide insight and recommendations regarding both short-term and long-term growth plans of the company
Select and engage consultants and auditors as required
Lead the organization’s banking, treasury, and business insurance relationships
Build organizational capability, mentor leaders, and create a high-performing finance team
Provide executive management with advice on the financial implications of business activities
Create and establish yearly financial objectives that align with the company’s plan for growth and expansion
Provide financial leadership and analysis to support key strategic and operational decisions
Analyze and present monthly financial results, including divisional profitability, trends, risks, and recommended actions
Identify, develop, and execute analysis of business initiatives and new service offerings
Lead finance transformation initiatives, data analytics, reporting, ERP optimization, and strategic partnership with IT
Review and ensure application of appropriate internal controls and financial procedures
Oversee the timely preparation and filing of all local, state, and federal tax returns
Evaluate potential acquisitions and lead financial due diligence, transaction support, and integration planning

Requirements

Personal Attributes and Leadership Traits:

Strategic, commercially minded leader with a strong record of delivering results
Trusted partner who builds effective relationships across all levels of the organization
Collaborative change leader with initiative, sound judgment, and personal accountability
Demonstrates the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and confidentiality
Effective listener and communicator who can influence decisions while remaining open to differing perspectives
Intellectually curious and forward-thinking, with the ability to lead through organizational growth and transformation
Proven ability to attract, develop, lead, and retain high-performing teams

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
CPA, CMA, and/or MBA preferred
10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, including experience as a CFO or senior finance executive within a multi-location manufacturing organization
Experience leading domestic and international acquisitions, including due diligence and integration activities
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365
Demonstrated ability to prioritize effectively and lead through complexity in a fast-paced environment
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time domestically and internationally

This description is intended to summarize the primary responsibilities of the position and is not an exhaustive list. Responsibilities may evolve based on the needs of the organization.

Benefits

At The Bay Family of Companies, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the health, well being, and financial security of our employees and their families.

Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with a wellness program that includes incentives
Financial Security: 401(k) with a generous company match, Health Savings Account (HSA) option, and life and disability insurance
Work Life Balance: A paid time off program and paid holidays to recharge and reset
Additional Perks: Employee discounts, company events, and employee recognition programs

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