Chief Finance Officer

Description

Join Portco Packaging in creating an opportunity to THRIVE together! 

The CFO is responsible for leading all aspects of the company’s financial strategy, operations, and compliance. This includes oversight of Finance, HR, and IT. We need a seasoned financial leader who understands manufacturing, is comfortable in a hands-on environment, and can balance operational insight with long-term strategic thinking. The ideal candidate is technically strong, an engaged leader, and a communicator who connects well with people at all levels.

Team innovations to encourage personal growth, professional development, and fun! 

Hands-on training provided to kick start your career! 

Relationships, rewards, and recognition! 

Inspirational core values of Integrity, Engagement, Accountability and Compassion! 

Vital benefits to keep you healthy and enjoying a good work-life balance! 

Endless potential for growth! 

Are you ready to THRIVE together? If so, Portco Packaging has a great opportunity for you!

Who is Portco?

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This is a full-time on-site position located in Woodland, WA. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, 7 paid holidays (after 90 days of service), and generous PTO accruals from day one!  

Requirements

Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

• Partner with the CEO and executive team on company strategy, long-term planning, and organizational development.
• Provide financial insights and strategic guidance to support operational performance, growth initiatives, and capital planning.
• Lead financing efforts, including raising capital, managing debt strategies, and maintaining strong banking relationships.
• Oversee HR to ensure alignment with organizational goals, culture, and operational needs.
• Provide strategic oversight of IT systems and networks, ensuring security, stability, and business alignment.
• Support the development and deployment of AI tools and technologies that enhance forecasting, operations, and decision-making.
• Lead all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cash flow management.
• Ensure full compliance with GAAP and maintain strong internal controls.
• Manage standard-based costing processes and ensure accurate, actionable financial data for operational teams.
• Oversee ERP utilization and drive continuous improvement in financial systems and reporting tools.
• Direct tax planning, insurance programs, and risk management activities.
• Build, mentor, and develop high-performing finance, HR, and IT teams

Qualifications

Education & Credentials:

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred
• CPA required

Experience

• 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience; manufacturing required, packaging industry experience a plus.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, ERP systems, and standard costing in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in financial analysis, budgeting, tax planning, and debt management.
• Prior responsibility for financing/raising capital and bank relationship management.
• Experience in maintaining robust internal controls and risk management frameworks.
• Solid understanding of IT networks and systems; comfortable supporting technology upgrades or AI implementation.
• Experience overseeing HR and/or IT teams preferred.

Leadership & Soft Skills

• We are looking for a CFO who brings strong technical abilities and the interpersonal and leadership skills needed to help guide our culture and people.
• Strategic thinker who understands operations.
• Strong, collaborative leader who can influence, challenge, and partner in all directions. • Effective communicator across all levels of the organization.
• Culturally aligned and able to help drive a positive, accountable, and compassionate environment.
• Naturally engaged with people
• Balanced approach to risk - aware, thoughtful, and proactive.
• Integrity must be at the core of their leadership.

Are you ready to THRIVE? Are you ready for a career? To be part of a community? To live and work with a focus on integrity, engagement, accountability, and compassion? If you said yes – apply today! Still not sure? Learn more about Portco Packaging and other opportunities at portco.com/careers. 

Please note: Portco Packaging will never request any sensitive information during the initial stages of our hiring process. Please be cautious if you encounter any requests for such information early on.   

Portco Packaging participates in E-Verify. If hired, Portco Packaging will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.