Job Description

Korn Ferry has partnered with our client on their search for VP, Finance Americas (NA CFO)

Company Overview

A fast-growing, global consumer e-commerce organization with operations across North America and Europe. The company has built a scalable, digital-first platform supported by strong analytics, a focus on operational excellence, and a commitment to innovation.

Headquartered internationally, the U.S. business serves as a key growth driver and operates with a high-performance, entrepreneurial culture. With a mission to deliver exceptional customer experiences and sustainable growth, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic partnerships.

Purpose of the Position

The Vice President of Finance – U.S. will serve as the senior finance leader for the organization’s U.S. operations, responsible for overseeing financial management, planning, and performance. This role combines strategic partnership with operational leadership, driving financial discipline, commercial insights, and decision support across the business.

The VP, Finance will act as a key advisor to executive leadership—providing analysis, guiding strategy, and ensuring the financial health and scalability of the U.S. entity.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Lead all financial management activities for the U.S. business, including FP&A, reporting, and business support.
• Develop and execute strategies to improve profitability, optimize capital allocation, and strengthen financial transparency.
• Own P&L performance, manage overhead, and drive EBITDA growth.
• Deliver timely and accurate reporting and insights to senior leadership.

Business Partnership & Commercial Support

• Serve as a strategic partner to commercial, operations, and executive teams.
• Support pricing, investment, and resource allocation decisions.
• Provide analytical support for growth initiatives, new business cases, and performance forecasting.

Governance & Compliance

• Oversee internal controls, audits, and compliance with accounting, tax, and regulatory standards.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners.
• Identify risks, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure strong financial governance.

Operational Finance & Team Leadership

• Lead FP&A and accounting operations to ensure efficiency and scalability.
• Build and mentor a high-performing finance team to support business growth.
• Champion a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience

• 10–15 years of progressive finance experience, including at least 3–4 years in a senior commercial finance or VP-level role.
• Strong background in e-commerce, consumer products, or multi-entity organizations preferred.
• Proven experience leading FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning functions.
• Skilled in financial modeling, analysis, and decision support.
• Experience managing audits, tax, and banking relationships.
• Hands-on leader capable of balancing strategic oversight with operational execution.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Personal Attributes

• Strategic yet hands-on, with strong ownership and follow-through.
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Analytical thinker and problem solver with sound judgment.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and motivated by growth and innovation.

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