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SalaryInfuse Hospitality shines as an innovative contract food service management company for the modern day. Dedicated to creating authentic, hyper-local dining experiences, infuse services to a diverse range of clients such as office buildings, co-working communities, hotels, universities, and traditional retail spaces nationwide. From mobile carts to cafés, restaurants, and comprehensive amenity floors, Infuse Hospitality serves as a one-stop destination for premium specialty food and beverage experiences, encompassing branding, design, full operational services, and more. At the heart of the Infuse Hospitality portfolio is its flagship concept, Fairgrounds Coffee & Tea, a unique café offering an array of specialty coffee roasters and artisan teas all under one roof, with locations in Chicago, Dallas, Milwaukee, and Minneapolis.
The Vice President of Finance is pivotal in overseeing the company's financial health and strategic financial planning. This position requires a seasoned finance professional with a proven track record of driving financial excellence and supporting the organization's growth objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Strategy: Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with the company's goals and objectives, ensuring long-term financial sustainability and profitability.
- Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A): Lead the FP&A team in preparing budgets, forecasts, and financial models to support organizational decision-making. Monitor financial performance and provide regular reports to the executive team.
- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate financial risks while complying with relevant laws and regulations. Implement financial controls and procedures to safeguard the company's assets.
- Capital Management: Manage capital allocation, investment strategies, and capital raising efforts, including debt and equity financing when necessary.
- Financial Reporting: Oversee the accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- Tax Strategy: Develop and implement tax strategies to optimize the company's tax position while ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations.
- Treasury Management: Manage cash flow, liquidity, and banking relationships. Monitor and optimize working capital to support operational needs.
- Financial Systems and Technology: Evaluate and enhance financial systems and technologies to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
- Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing finance team, providing guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
- Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A): Assess potential mergers, acquisitions, or partnerships, conducting financial due diligence and integration planning as needed.
- Food and Beverage experience preferred
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
- Proven experience in a senior finance role with at least ten years of progressive financial leadership.
- Strong understanding of financial regulations, compliance, and reporting.
- Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrated leadership in managing financial teams and driving results.
- Experience with financial software and ERP systems.
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment and make data-driven decisions.
