Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

at  UP Vertical Farms

ABOUT US

At UP Vertical Farms, our mission is to become one of the largest and most sustainable indoor vertical farm producers of baby leafy greens by 2025, producing the safest, most nutritious, and best tasting salad greens. We specialize in Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) and our hands-free, high density, tech-driven vertical farm puts people and our planet first. It also supports the local economy by producing the most flavorful greens, picked at the peak of freshness, and delivered to the local market with speed and precision. Learn more about our mission at https://UPVerticalFarms.com/.

OVERVIEW:

Reports to the CEO and Executive Chairman, providing strategic leadership and financial oversight to support the operations at UP Vertical Farms. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our team. This critical leadership position requires a combination of strong financial expertise and strategic vision. The ideal candidate will oversee financial operations, drive the company’s financial strategy, and ensure regulatory compliance while contributing to the organization’s growth and long-term success.

QUALIFICATIONS

• CPA with proven experience within a corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, corporate finance, and financial services.
• Demonstrated expertise in budgeting, account reconciliation, and risk management practices.
• Excellent negotiation skills with a track record of successful contract negotiations.
• Exceptional organizational abilities with strong analytical skills to interpret complex financial data.
• Effective leadership skills with experience in managing diverse teams and driving performance improvements.
• A degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field; CPA certification is required.
  Join our team as we strive for excellence in our financial operations while fostering an environment of growth and innovation!
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
  Pay: $75,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Financial Management: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• CPA (required)

Work Location: In perso

• Develop and implement financial strategies that align with the company’s goals and objectives.
• Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, and account reconciliation.
• Manage relationships with financial institutions, investors, and other stakeholders to support corporate finance initiatives.
• Develop strategies to manage pricing, supply chain costs, inventory, and production expenses.
• Lead risk management efforts to identify potential financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Develop strategies to manage supply chain costs, inventory, and production expenses.
• Execute all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, bookkeeping, and account reconciliation.
• Oversee all financial and Administrative operations, including accounting, budgeting, and account reconciliation.
• Prepare accurate financial reports for the company, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes to ensure alignment with the company’s strategic plans.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms for the organization.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with other departments to support sales initiatives and enhance overall business performance.