Laborde Products · 1 month ago
Vice President of Finance
Covington, LA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
10+ years expLaborde Products is a leading marine engine distribution company with over 25 years of dedicated service. They are seeking a Vice President of Finance to provide financial leadership and analytical insights to support business performance and decision-making across the organization.
AutomotiveIndustrial EngineeringSalesTechnical Support
No H1B
Responsibilities
Serve as a senior member of the leadership team, providing clear, data-driven financial insights to support strategic and operational decisions
Provide financial leadership and guidance with a consistent focus on profitability, margin improvement, and return on investment
Develop and deliver financial insights that help leadership clearly understand key performance drivers, risks, and opportunities
Oversee all accounting and financial operations through direct management of the Controller and Financial Analyst
Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Lead advanced financial analysis, including trend analysis, margin analysis, cost modeling, and scenario planning
Evaluate financial performance across departments, locations, and projects to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities
Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable reporting for executive leadership
Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and operational realities
Monitor actual performance against budget; analyze variances and recommend corrective actions
Establish and enforce spending controls, approval thresholds, and financial discipline across the organization
Partner with department leaders to proactively manage costs while supporting operational effectiveness
Provide financial oversight for major projects, capital expenditures, and operational initiatives
Develop cost tracking, project profitability analysis, and post-project financial reviews
Ensure projects are evaluated through a financial lens, including payback periods, ROI, and long-term cost impact
Manage key banking relationships and serve as a primary financial liaison with institutions
Oversee cash flow planning, working capital management, and liquidity forecasting
Support financing strategies, credit facilities, and capital planning initiatives
Maintain a strong understanding of debt structures, covenants, and financial risk exposure
Oversee compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, internal controls, and external audit requirements
Oversee financial risk management, including internal controls, asset protection, and insurance considerations
Maintain strong governance and documentation practices to support audits and regulatory requirements
Partner with Operations, Sales, Service, Production, and HR to improve financial transparency and accountability
Support inventory management, receivables timing, payables strategy, and working capital optimization
Encourage financial literacy across leadership teams to improve decision-making at all levels
Manage, coach, and develop the Controller and Financial Analyst
Build high-performing teams with a focus on analytical capability, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Promote a positive, service-oriented mindset consistent with company values
May perform other duties as required by business needs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field required
10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience
Preferred
Master's degree or MBA
CPA strongly preferred
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Life Insurance & Disability
401k plans with company match
Paid Time Off & Company Paid Holidays
Company
Laborde Products
Laborde Products offers diesel engines, diesel-powered equipment, service and support.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
2025-06-23
New Orleans CityBusiness
2025-02-19
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