VP, Financial Operations

VP, Financial Operations Ready for a Finance career with more impact? Join a market leader in ingredient manufacturing that is poised for a new era of success. ABOUT PRIMIENT Established yet entrepreneurial: Primient is an industry leader with proven products, six manufacturing plants, 1500+ employees, and deep roots in corn wet milling. Yet we're also a brand-new company that is ready to drive change and create impact. Inspired by a meaningful purpose: We use renewable sources to produce plant-based ingredients for some of the world's best-known brands. It feels good to produce safe, high-quality, sustainable products that go into everything from sodas to hand cream and cardboard to clothing. Poised for a new era of success: We're investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we're focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every colleague. THE OPPORTUNITY The Vice President, Financial Operations will drive the budgeting, forecasting, capital spending, and product costing functions for the organization. They will partner with key stakeholders to execute various initiatives and leverage understanding of manufacturing drivers, cost of goods, inventory, and operating expenses. This position will report to the VP of Operations Finance and be based in Schaumburg. Primient employees are currently working a hybrid schedule. This is an exciting opportunity to come into a private equity-backed, market-leading industrial manufacturer with a history of success and a strong reputation in the market. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: VP, Financial Operations Flawlessly deliver on core Operations Finance responsibilities & help improve the function Strategy and Leadership Financial Planning and Control Cost Management, Productivity, and Optimization Compliance and Risk Management Team Development ABOUT YOU BA/BS Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA preferred 5 to 10 years of experience in financial management, cost accounting, or related financial analysis Prior experience with financial reporting systems and visualization tools Exceptional analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving capabilities Superior presentation, written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills required ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Rewards & benefits Competitive salary, 401K matching and non-contingent matching plans, Healthcare, Medical insurance Career development Our structure provides autonomy and accountability in your role. You have scope to develop a depth of expertise and the opportunity to follow career pathways outside the norm. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging We are passionate believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all.

Created: 2024-11-05