Vice President Finance en East West Tea Company

Title of Role: Vice President Finance

Department: Finance

East West Tea is seeking a talented, passionate, and experienced Vice President Finance to join our Finance team! 

The VP Finance will lead the FP&A function in transforming overarching company strategy into long-range plan with annual operating and capital budgets. This role will have ownership of financial and management reporting, with an emphasis on Board communications. This role will be responsible for revamping the forecasting process with an emphasis on quarterly insights-based decision making and trade-offs. 

WHO WE ARE:

We are the well-being company that exists to inspire and enhance everyday life through trust and good will.  Our guiding principles, beliefs, and philosophies shape our identity. They are the essence of our culture and define how we do what we do.

We are Intentional – we chose to lead with positive intent. Mindful – we are present and aware of how we show up in the world.  People – we value and respect all people and communities.  Authentic – we are real and transparent with everything we do.   Committed – we are committed to quality products while sustaining our planet.  Trust – we consistently align our words with our actions.  

OUR INVESTMENT IN YOU:

• We have exceptional wellbeing-focused benefits including health, dental, vision and alternative care, life and disability insurance, retirement, paid time off, company picnics, social activities, and a surprise every so often!  Who doesn’t love a surprise? 
• This position has a preference to be located in Eugene, Oregon.
• As a certified B Corp, we’re a company that lives our values every day.
• We work in a LEED certified facility which prioritizes the planet in our daily operations and optimizes our employee experience while at work. 
• We prioritize sustainability as a business by embedding it into our values, our strategic priorities, our decision-making, and our resource allocations.
• Our Nourish Market provides employees subsidized healthy lunch and snack options.
• We commit to our purpose in every aspect of our culture. 
• We have employees that are committed to “Doing Good” in our community and around the world.
• We are a growing company with products that customers love. 
• We believe in investing in you and your growth and development. 

WHAT YOU’LL OWN:                               

Operational Responsibilities                                                                                                               25% of time

• Oversee the FP&A function and continuous improvement of processes for financial management
• Refine and manage a robust quarterly process for planning, budgeting, and financial reporting
• Provide financial guidance to the Global Leadership Team and Directors; ensuring any risks are handled through a proactive opportunity management approach. Focused on action-oriented presentations, reporting and follow through
• Develop and continually improve budgeting, financial projections, and operating forecast
• Provide well-defined timelines and milestones, integrated with the budget holders and FP&A team, aligned with planning calendar

Strategic Responsibilities                                                                                                                     50% of time

• Lead the management of the financial forecast during the 5-year planning process
• Refine and lead 24-month forecasting process in conjunction with the Integrated Business Planning team
• Use and leverage digital budgeting tools for FP&A responsibilities and support the development and continuous improvement of digital tools usability
• Be a key thought leader for implementation of ERP tool
• Support commercial and analytics teams in optimizing pricing, promotions, and associated investments
• Support new products/new category project teams and business case preparation

Relationship & Influencing Responsibilities                                                                            25% of time

• Partner with global leadership team, directors, and department managers on an ongoing basis to deliver top and bottom-line financial   results
• Be a trusted working partner, while providing challenge and stimulating suggestions to  explore a different way to approach situations
• Engage in performance development management including mentoring, coaching, providing continuous feedback, and completing activities associated with the annual performance review
• Embrace and prioritize employee engagement as a foundational component of business results

WHAT YOU KNOW AND HAVE EXPERIENCED: 

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting or equivalent experience required
• MBA preferred
• 7+ years of FP&A experience within a global organization
• Strong knowledge of finance, accounting and strategy
• Strong knowledge of financial and management reporting
• Analytical skills and ability to translate into business insights
• Consumer products industry experience preferred
• Manufacturing experience preferred

YOU’LL BE A GREAT FIT:

• Strong critical thinking ability to navigate and solve complex problems
• Solid work ethic, self-starter, and result-oriented
• Natural ability to develop strong, trusting relationships
• Enjoys collaborating with cross-functional partners
• Responsible and a high degree of ownership
• Thrives in an ever-changing work environment
• Effectively managing a multitude of work responsibilities
• Balances attention to detail and swift execution

WHAT WE DO:

We manufacture Yogi and Choice Organics brand products. Yogi has over 40 tea blends made from 140 exotic spices and botanicals sourced from 100% non-GMO growers around the globe. These herbal, green, and black teas are formulated for delicious taste and healthful benefits. Choice Organics offers a collection of organic traditional tea, herbal tea, and unique, flavorful organic tea blends. Choice teas are sourced exclusively from 100% organic and non-GMO growers around the world and are beautifully balanced to perfection for a full-flavored taste experience.

East West Tea Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value and respect each person's individuality and unique talents. We honor diversity and inclusion. The strength of our people and our guiding principles contribute to East West Tea's leadership and continued success in the natural tea category.