Director of Finance

City Foods is seeking a Director of Finance to lead the company’s financial operations in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Reporting directly to the VP of Finance & Administration, you will manage accounting and reporting across a multi-site footprint while partnering to support forecasting, budgeting, controls, and performance initiatives.

This onsite role is based in Chicago, IL, with an estimated salary range of USD 140,000 - 175,000 per year. The position requires at least 3 years of relevant experience, along with a foundation in accounting or finance.

What you’ll do

• Lead all accounting and financial reporting activities across a multi-site operation.
• Ensure the timely preparation and accuracy of monthly financial statements, balance sheets, and related reporting.
• Analyze monthly and annual results, identify key business drivers, explain variances, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Develop financial forecasts, including projections related to profitability, operational efficiencies, production capacity, and returns.
• Create, maintain, and enhance financial dashboards, KPIs, and reporting tools to support decision-making.
• Oversee budgeting processes, financial controls, and transaction monitoring across multiple divisions, profit centers, cost centers, and expense centers.
• Track and manage government grant and subsidy programs.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and professional development for the Controller and accounting team members.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to support business performance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation.
• 7–10 years of progressive finance and accounting experience.
• Minimum 3 years of leadership experience managing accounting teams within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong expertise in financial statement analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word and PowerPoint).
• Proven ability to develop and improve financial reporting, operational metrics, and performance indicators.

Skills & competencies

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Highly autonomous with strong initiative and accountability.
• Collaborative team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effective leader able to motivate, mentor, and develop staff.
• Adaptable and comfortable leading change within a growing organization.
• Strong business acumen and commitment to operational excellence.

Preferred experience

• Experience in the food processing or food manufacturing industry.
• Experience working with ERP systems and integrated business management software.
• Proven track record of implementing financial controls and process improvements.

Technologies

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office (Word)
• Microsoft Office (PowerPoint)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Accident Coverage Insurance
• Cancer Indemnity Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Special Event Insurance
• PTO
• Holidays
• 401K