VP of Finance

VP of Finance

Location: Farmington, NH

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Job Details

• Position Type: Direct Placement
• Pay / Salary: $175,000 $185,000 / Year (USD)
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

The Vice President of Finance (VP, Finance) is a senior executive leader responsible for the financial strategy, operational finance, and long-term fiscal health of our client. This role partners closely with the President/CEO and executive leadership team to drive disciplined growth, improve margins, support manufacturing and product innovation, and ensure strong financial controls across the organization. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring deep experience in manufacturing finance, cost accounting, capital planning, and strategic analysis; ideally within firearms, outdoor products, or complex discrete manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Serve as a strategic business partner to the President/CEO and Board, providing clear financial insight to support growth, investment, and risk management decisions.
• Lead development of short- and long-term financial strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Prepare and present financial reporting, forecasts, and analysis for executive leadership and board meetings.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Performance

• Own annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and long-range financial planning processes.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to drive operational accountability across manufacturing, supply chain, sales, and marketing.
• Analyze variances, trends, and performance drivers; recommend corrective actions as needed.

Manufacturing & Cost Accounting

• Oversee cost accounting, inventory valuation, standard costing, and margin analysis.
• Partner with operations and engineering to improve cost of goods sold (COGS), labor efficiency, throughput, and capital utilization.
• Support vertical integration initiatives, capital equipment investments, and make-vs-buy decisions.

Capital, Banking & Liquidity Management

• Manage cash flow, working capital, and liquidity planning.
• Lead relationships with banks, lenders, and financial partners, including lines of credit and equipment financing.
• Support capital raise activities, investor reporting, and financial diligence as required.

Accounting, Controls & Compliance

• Oversee accounting operations, financial close, and monthly/annual reporting.
• Ensure strong internal controls, compliance with GAAP, and audit readiness.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and legal partners.

Team Leadership & Development

• Build, lead, and mentor the finance and accounting team.
• Establish scalable systems, processes, and reporting structures to support growth.
• Promote a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field required.
• MBA or CPA strongly preferred.

Required Experience

• Minimum 10 15 years of progressive finance leadership experience, including senior-level roles.
• Proven experience in manufacturing or industrial finance; firearms, outdoor, or consumer products experience is a strong plus.
• Experience working with executive leadership, boards, and financial institutions.

Required Skills

• Deep knowledge of cost accounting, inventory management, capital planning, and operational finance.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into clear business decisions.
• Hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves mindset with strong leadership and communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-17282