The Chief Financial Officer is a strategic and hands-on financial leader, with experience in cost accounting and ERP systems, a strong background in manufacturing and consumer products, and exceptional ability to build high-performing teams while driving process improvements.
Position Overview
One of Hawaii’s leading food and beverage manufacturers seeks a seasoned Chief Financial Officer to oversee all financial operations and IT functions while serving as a key member of the executive leadership team. This role drives financial strategy, ensures compliance, and partners closely with the CEO and Board to support growth and operational excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead all financial functions, including accounting, FP&A, audits, and compliance.
- Oversee IT resources and explore ERP system improvements.
- Manage annual planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and tax compliance.
- Drive process improvements, cost reduction initiatives, and internal controls.
- Oversee commodity purchasing and hedging programs.
- Provide actionable business insights to support strategic decisions.
- Build and develop a high-performing finance team.
Skills
- Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
- Expertise in financial planning, cost accounting, and inventory management.
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems in a manufacturing setting.
- Ability to optimize processes and implement internal controls.
- Strategic thinker with excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required; MBA and/or CPA preferred.
- 10 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting
- Proven success as a CFO or senior finance leader in manufacturing or consumer products.
- Experience with GAAP compliance and audit processes.
- Background in process manufacturing and supply chain finance.
- Familiarity with commodity management and hedging strategies.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
