The HT Group is currently partnering with a Boston-based CPG entity in the search for a qualified Vice President of Finance for an immediate opportunity.

This individual will serve as a key member of the firm’s executive leadership team, responsible for the stewardship of financial operations, risk management, and long-term fiscal planning. This individual will drive performance through best-in-class financial oversight, ensuring the company is positioned for sustained growth and profitability within a highly dynamic, global supply chain environment. The firm is ideally looking for someone passionate about growing and developing teams, optimizing process, and being a part of a fun and hard-working culture.

Direct Hire – Hybrid (North Boston, MA) – $200K+ Total Comp DOE Position Scope

Commercial & Strategic Finance: Own the end‑to‑end financials - build SKU‑level margin analytics, dynamic pricing models, and rolling, driver‑based forecasts that lift gross marginand delivers forecast accuracy. Cash & Treasury Management: Run a 13‑week cash‑forecasting engine, optimize Foreign Exchange program, and orchestrate working‑capital scenarios that reduce idle cash and secure and incremental liquidity without covenant strain. Stakeholder Communications: Craft board‑caliber dashboards and investor packs that convert complex data into decisive action; own the narrative at every audit, covenant review, and quarterly board meeting. M&A Support: Support the evaluation, execution, and integration of acquisitions and strategic partnerships. Team Leadership: Coach the finance and accounting team, set goals and KPIs, and deploy a modern finance tech stack raising team engagement and close‑cycle speed. Financial Statement Oversight: Deliver flash P&Ls and GAAP‑compliant monthly, quarterly, and annual closes. Covenant Compliance & Debt Management: Own the debt portfolio, monitor covenants in real time, prepare lender deliverables, and execute refinance strategies that cut blended cost of capitalwhile extending maturities. Supply ‑ Chain Finance: Lead landed‑cost modeling, vendor‑payment strategy, and inventory‑turn programs that optimize net working capital and boost OTIF (on‑time‑in‑full) performanceacross the import pipeline. Position Requirements Bachelor’s degree (B.S./B.A.) in Accounting, Finance or related field required; MBA is highly preferred. CPA or CFA preferred 8+ years of progressive FP&A experience in food & beverage, liquor/beer/sprits, or scaling CPG, including multi-entity, international exposure. Extensive experience in GAAP, covenant management, and working capital optimization. Hands-on Foreign Exchange (FX) risk management experience. Proficiency in ERPs and financial planning systems along with advanced MS Excel, Power BI and data visualization expertise. Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to build systems and develop people.

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