SVP of Finance

Company & Culture: 

At GT’s Living Foods, we’re more than just a company – we’re a community passionate about creating a healthier, happier world. Over the last 30 years we’ve built a culture of inclusivity and authenticity, where our shared values create an environment that inspires you to do your best while achieving meaningful results. Our mission to transform health and happiness through potent, living foods has established us as the #1 Kombucha brand and a leader in the Health & Wellness space.

 

Requirements:

• 15 + years’ job-related experience
• MS or MBA in Finance, Accounting, or related major (preferred)
• Experience with ERP (preferably D365)

 

Job Responsibilities:

We are seeking a forward-thinking, hands-on Senior Vice President of Finance to lead and scale our finance organization. This is a strategic leadership role with a clear potential path to Chief Financial Officer (CFO), contingent on performance and demonstrated capability over time. The ideal candidate will combine strong financial acumen with operational insight and the agility to grow into broader responsibilities as the company evolves. The SVP of Finance will play a central role in guiding company performance through financial planning, reporting, and cross-functional partnership—especially in support of our manufacturing and supply chain operations.

 

Typical responsibilities of this role include:

 

1. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Own the development and delivery of the company’s annual budget, long-range financial plan, and rolling forecasts.
• Build and maintain robust financial models to support scenario planning, growth initiatives, and investment decisions.
• Partner with department heads to set targets, manage performance, and improve forecasting accuracy.
• Prepare executive dashboards and reporting packages that translate data into actionable insights.
• Lead analysis of business performance vs. plan, including revenue trends, gross margin, OPEX, and profitability.

 

1. Accounting & Financial Controls

• Work closely with the Controller to ensure accurate and timely month-end closes, consolidations, and reporting.
• Provide oversight for the preparation of internal financial statements.
• Partner on audit readiness, tax filings, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Establish and monitor internal controls and accounting policies that ensure integrity and transparency.
• Guide improvements in financial systems (e.g., ERP, reporting tools) and accounting processes for scalability.

 

1. Operational Finance (Manufacturing & Supply Chain Support)

• Oversee and work closely with Operations Finance team to improve cost efficiency, inventory management, and production planning.
• Ensure product cost analysis and insights into COGS trends, capacity utilization, and yield performance are maintained and shared with the Operations team to drive action.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities in sourcing, logistics, and overhead allocation.
• Support capital expenditure planning and investment decisions related to facilities, equipment, and tooling.
• Develop reporting frameworks and metrics to monitor operational KPIs and drive performance.

 

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Partner with the executive team to align financial strategies with company objectives and long-term growth.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing finance team, while fostering a collaborative and accountable culture.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and data transparency across the organization.

 

 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Knowledge:

• Deep expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and operational analytics.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting best practices.
• Experience supporting manufacturing or supply chain organizations from a finance lens.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft 365), planning tools (e.g., Adaptive, Anaplan), and Excel-based modeling.

 

Skills:

• Outstanding analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communicator with the ability to simplify complex financial topics for executive audiences.
• Proven leadership and talent development capabilities.
• High attention to detail with the ability to zoom out to strategic impact.

 

Abilities:

• Strategic thinker who can operate tactically and roll up their sleeves when needed.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and leading through change.
• Highly collaborative, with the ability to influence cross-functionally without direct authority.
• Results-oriented and committed to continuous improvement.

 

GT’s Employee Experience (Benefits/Perks):

• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401K with Matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on the amazing GT’s product line
• Corporate Discounts with our partners through LifeMart (concert & sporting event tickets, cell phone service, gifts, restaurants, hotels, childcare, and more!)

 

Job Details:

• Work Hours: Business Hours
• Pay Range: $240,000 to $290,000, bonus eligible

 

GT's Living Foods, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and maintaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.