Director of Finance - Chicago, United States - Believer Meats

Believer Meats

Verified Company

Chicago, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Believer Meats is an innovative start-up revolutionizing the food industry through the development and commercialization of cultivated meat products. Leveraging cutting-edge biotechnology, we aim to provide sustainable, ethical, and high-quality meat alternatives to consumers worldwide.

As we prepare to transition from research and development to commercialization, we are seeking a seasoned Finance and Commercial Planning Director to join our team.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field, CFA/CPA, MBA or advanced finance degree preferred.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in commercially oriented finance roles, ideally in growing food/ beverage company.
Strong proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.
Experience working with cross functional teams to support commercial and product planning.
Strong understanding of integrated business planning (IBP) processes and principles.
Excellent analytical and problemsolving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
Proven leadership and communication skills, with experience managing crossfunctional teams.
Strategic mindset with the ability to think creatively and drive innovation.
Experience working in a fastpaced, highgrowth entrepreneurial environment preferred.

Your day-to-day:

Financial Planning and Analysis:

Develop and maintain dynamic financial models that incorporate information on production volumes, sales demand, pricing, COGS, CapEx, and SG&A projections.
Work closely with crossfunctional teams (R&D, Tech Transfer, Procurement, Product Development) to understand performance against key indicators and adjust costs and projections.
Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and provide insights to senior management to support strategic decision making, and drive business growth and profitability.

Commercial Planning & Decision Support

Develop and implement an IBP framework that integrates financial planning, sales and operations planning (S&OP), demand planning, supply chain management, commercial planning, and pricing strategies.
Partner with product and commercial team to provide financial insights and analysis that inform market expansion, product development, and partnerships.
Evaluate potential investments and strategic opportunities, conducting financial due diligence and ROI analysis.
Construct budget and business case for products that includes market mapping, demand planning, and pricing

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Budgeting and Forecasting:

Lead the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasting cycles, working closely with department heads to develop accurate and actionable financial plans.
Monitor budget variances, identify areas of concern or opportunity, and provide recommendations to optimize resource allocation and drive efficiency.

Financial Reporting and Analysis:

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and presentations for senior management, investors, and other stakeholders.
Conduct indepth financial analysis to support strategic initiatives, investment decisions, and business development opportunities.

Strategic Planning and Decision Support:

Partner with product and commercial team to provide financial insights and analysis that inform market expansion, product development, and partnerships.
Evaluate potential investments and strategic opportunities, conducting financial due diligence and ROI analysis.

Risk Management and Compliance:

Identify financial risks and opportunities, assess their potential impact on the business, and develop strategies to mitigate risks.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accounting standards, staying informed of industry trends and best practices.