Director of Finance North America (Controller)

Korn Ferry has partnered with our client on their search for a Director of Finance North America (Controller)Company OverviewA family-owned Swiss chocolatier with more than 230 retail stores worldwide and a fast-growing footprint across North AmericaThe company produces all of its premium chocolate in Switzerland and imports it for retail distribution in the U.S. and Canada, supported by a 43,000 sq. ft. warehouse and corporate office in Dallas, TXWith more than 700 employees globally, the company is expanding rapidly, opening 10-14 new stores per year, including 8 U.S. locations and 2 in Canada planned for this yearLeadership emphasizes growth, accountability, and collaboration, offering employees the opportunity to join a high-performance environment with meaningful long-term career advancement Role SummaryAct as a Finance Business Partner to store teams and senior leadership, identifying opportunities, supporting budgets, P&L management, and financial planning for future growthLead all aspects of financial operations for North America, including monthly close, reporting, variance analysis, and alignment with Swiss counterpartsOversee lease accounting, insurance accounting, and financial controls to support a rapidly expanding retail footprintPartner with senior leadership on budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, and performance tracking to double company size over the next 5 yearsServe as a visible leader in the Dallas office, ensuring financial and operational continuity when senior leadership is travelingMentor and manage finance staff, including accounts payable and a financial analyst, setting goals and performance standards Team StructureMember of the North American Executive TeamReports directly to the President, North AmericaPartners closely with Swiss Group Finance and cross-functional U.S. leadershipDirect reports include Accounts Payable and Financial Analyst Ideal Candidate ProfileBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA/MBA preferred)8+ years of progressive finance experience in retail, consumer products, or related industriesStrong generalist background with proven ability to lead budgeting, P&L management, and FP&A in a midsize or high-growth companyExperience with lease accounting, insurance accounting, and multi-unit retail strongly preferredOutgoing, client-facing, and resolution-oriented, with strong interpersonal and leadership skillsComfortable working in a fast-paced international environment with frequent cross-border collaboration Compensation & BenefitsBase Salary: ~$160K (flexible depending on experience)Bonus: 15% of base salaryFull benefits package including 401(k), 11 holidays, and 2+ weeks of vacation (increasing with tenure)Travel: 4 trips per year to Switzerland and quarterly regional meetingsPreference for candidates in the Dallas area, though relocation support is available SE: 510758732

Created: 2025-09-26