VP of Finance

VP of Finance

Madison, WI onsite Permanent / Full Time

• 210000 - 240000 USD / Yearly Robert Half is currently seeking an experienced finance executive to guide the financial direction of an organization we are working with in Madison, WI. This leader will shape planning, reporting, and capital decisions while working closely with senior leadership to strengthen performance and support long-term growth. The role also oversees accounting and finance operations, ensuring sound controls, disciplined forecasting, and high-quality financial insights across the business.

Responsibilities

• Direct enterprise-wide financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting activities to support business objectives and improve decision-making.

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and meaningful analysis for leadership.

• Manage cash flow projections and liquidity planning to maintain financial stability and support operational needs.

• Lead accounting operations and the month-end close process, establishing strong financial discipline and consistent reporting standards.

• Develop and strengthen internal controls, policies, and financial procedures to protect company assets and support compliance.

• Partner with executive leadership on strategic planning, profitability improvement, and capital allocation priorities.

• Guide and mentor the finance team, fostering accountability, focused development, and high performance.

• Collaborate with affiliated companies to align reporting practices and identify opportunities for operational efficiency and shared value.

• CPA Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance required

• 10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, including senior-level responsibility for planning, reporting, and accounting functions.

• Demonstrated expertise in annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning and analysis.

• Strong background in financial reporting, month-end close, and management of accounting operations.

• Experience developing cash flow forecasts and advising leadership on liquidity and capital decisions.

• Proven ability to build internal controls and improve financial processes within a growing organization.

• Track record of partnering with executive teams on strategic planning and profitability initiatives.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.