Vice President of Finance Greater Buffalo, NY Area

Haldren is conducting an executive search on behalf of our client for an experienced finance leader to join their organization in a permanent, full-time capacity. This senior appointment provides an opportunity to oversee financial operations, contribute to executive decision-making, and influence the organization's long-term financial direction.

The appointed executive will lead the company's finance function, covering accounting, financial planning and analysis, treasury, reporting, and internal controls. The position requires a strong understanding of financial management and the ability to turn financial data into clear business insights that guide investment decisions, strengthen operational performance, and support continued growth.

Our client is seeking a commercially focused leader who combines strategic thinking with direct involvement in financial operations. The position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the organization, with potential for further career advancement based on demonstrated expertise and performance.

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Key Responsibilities

Direct accounting operations, financial reporting, treasury management, cash flow, working capital, and internal control activities.

Work closely with operational leadership to strengthen profitability, improve financial oversight, and enhance business results.

Establish and execute financial strategies, budgets, forecasts, performance reviews, and financial planning initiatives.

Recruit, manage, mentor, and develop a capable finance team that delivers strong results.

Prepare and maintain reliable monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports in compliance with US GAAP.

Assess capital needs, proposed investments, business cases, and initiatives supporting the organization's strategic direction.

Provide executive leadership with financial guidance on business risks, resource allocation, investment opportunities, performance, and expansion plans.

Strengthen financial policies, systems, procedures, and controls to improve efficiency and accommodate business growth.

Manage coordination with external advisers on audits, taxation, regulatory requirements, and compliance matters.

Create financial models, management dashboards, reporting frameworks, and performance indicators to support business decisions.

Requirements

Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, including at least 5 years in a senior financial leadership position.

Proven ability to communicate financial insights to executive stakeholders and provide commercially relevant recommendations.

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a closely related field.

Previous experience managing, mentoring, and developing finance professionals.

Comprehensive understanding of US GAAP and established financial governance standards.

Strong background in financial reporting, budget management, forecasting, cash flow oversight, and internal controls.

Excellent analytical abilities, executive-level communication skills, and stakeholder relationship management.

Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred

Background in both operational finance and corporate financial management.

CPA, CMA, MBA, or a comparable advanced professional qualification.

Involvement in capital investments, financing arrangements, mergers and acquisitions, or other strategic business transactions.

Experience within a multi-location business or an organization with complex operational requirements.

Demonstrated success enhancing ERP systems, financial platforms, management reporting tools, or planning procedures.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Our client is looking for a financially disciplined executive with strong commercial awareness and sound strategic decision-making skills. The successful candidate will work effectively with stakeholders, make confident decisions, and balance broader organizational objectives with the detailed financial oversight needed to maintain consistent performance.

Benefits

Benefits

Permanent, full-time executive position

Base salary of $220,000 to $245,000, with some flexibility around the preferred range

Opportunities for future career advancement

Relocation support

Annual performance incentive in addition to base compensation

Flexible paid time off

Agency Statement

Haldren is an executive recruitment firm working with clients across a wide range of industries, from emerging businesses and nonprofit organizations to established multinational companies. The firm is committed to ethical recruitment practices, professional candidate support, and executive appointments that contribute to lasting organizational success.

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