VP of Finance, Corporate Development

Company: Imagine Staffing Technology
Location: Buffalo
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title : VP of Finance, Corporate Development Location : Buffalo, NY Hire Type : Direct Hire Pay Range : $200,000 - $325,000 Work Type : Full-time Work Model : Onsite/Hybrid Flex Work Schedule : Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm Recruiter Contact : Sean Pebbles, spebbles@imaginestaffing.net Nature & Scope: Positional Overview The Imagine Group is recruiting for a VP of Finance, Corporate Development on behalf of our client, a global, family-owned food manufacturing company based in Buffalo, NY , that creates a wide range of innovative frozen and specialty food products for retail, food service, and bakery customers around the world. In this role, you will be responsible for leading corporate development and strategic finance initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and long-term growth strategies. You will partner closely with executive leadership to evaluate investment opportunities, drive financial modeling and due diligence, and support decision-making that advances the organization’s global business objectives. Role & Responsibility: Tasks That Will Lead to Your Success Corporate Strategy Development: Collaborate with senior leadership to define and refine the company's corporate strategy. Translate strategic goals into actionable projects and initiatives to enhance financial and business performance. Investment Opportunities: Evaluate new investment opportunities and business ventures. Assist in determining which opportunities align with the company's strategic direction and long-term growth objectives. Strategic Partnerships Financial Assessment: Develop and maintain strategic partnerships and alliances with external organizations, including government business development agencies and industry stakeholders. Investment Opportunities: Evaluate new investment /growth opportunities. Assist in determining which opportunities align with the company's strategic direction and long-term growth objectives securing strong Return on Investment. Enterprise Growth Projects & Integration Strategy: Lead the strategic analysis, identification, and evaluation of potential enterprise-level growth initiatives. Market & Industry Analysis: Conduct in-depth market research and competitive analysis to identify potential areas for growth, investment, or strategic expansion. Stay current with industry trends, market dynamics, and emerging technologies informing regularly of company of competitor financial and non-financial actions Financial Analysis & Modeling: Build financial models, including valuation models, to assess the viability and impact of potential enterprise corporate development opportunities. Provide recommendations for executive leadership based on financial and strategic analysis. Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with various internal departments, including legal, operations, and marketing, to execute corporate development projects. Ensure smooth integration of growth projects, partnerships, and other corporate initiatives. Risk Management: Assess and mitigate business and financial risks associated with corporate development activities, ensuring that all initiatives are aligned with the company’s risk profile and strategic objectives. Stakeholder Management: Communicate effectively with key internal and external stakeholders, including board members, investors, and strategic partners, to keep them informed of corporate development activities and progress. Skills & Experience Qualifications That Will Help You Thrive Education : • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field (required). • MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred. Experience : • 15 years of international experience in corporate development, investment banking, management consulting, or related roles. • Category/Brand and Channel experience preferred • Proven track record of strategy development, successful corporate strategy initiatives. Skills : • Strong financial and market analytical skills. • Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills. • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment. • Strong understanding of corporate strategy and business operations. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial software. Personal Attributes : • Strategic thinker with the ability to think outside the box and solve complex problems. • Strong leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments and with senior leadership. • Highly motivated, results-oriented, and detail-driven. • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain strong professional relationships.

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