Regional CFO - North America
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Position Summary
The regional CFO provides leadership and direction to the Finance & Controlling, IT and Facilities team in North America and reports, as a member of the North American Leadership Team, the North American Compliance Committee, and the Regional Governance Board to the regional CEO.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Strategy and Planning
We’re hiring! If you want your contributions to make a real difference, check out this new career opportunity with us at Draeger where we are led by the guiding principle “Technology for Life”.
Position Summary
The regional CFO provides leadership and direction to the Finance & Controlling, IT and Facilities team in North America and reports, as a member of the North American Leadership Team, the North American Compliance Committee, and the Regional Governance Board to the regional CEO.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Strategy and Planning
- Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with Draeger’s corporate objectives and growth plans.
- Coordinate the overall planning process (in line with Group planning guideline / instructions) for the Region and its subsidiaries incl. required alignment between Region and Divisions.
- Lead financial modeling efforts to optimize financial performance.
- Prepare strategy decisions and implement strategy projects as assigned.
- Oversee the FP&A (financial planning & analysis) functions.
- Provide financial analysis and insights to support business decisions and drive operational efficiency.
- Evaluate investment opportunities, partnerships, and revenue-generating initiatives.
- Drive cost management and optimization.
- Monitor KPIs, financial metrics and initiatives to achieve budget and midterm plan.
- Provide timely and accurate financial reports assisting decision making process.
- Ensure timely and accurate payroll process.
- Track and manage required cash flow.
- Identify and implement tax efficient initiatives.
- Participate in and support regional and country strategy design, formulation, implementation and review in close collaboration with the regional leadership team under the leadership of the Regional CEO.
- Provide financial/commercial support/advise to set-up new businesses, launch new products or business divesture activities.
- Provide internal and external benchmarking as appropriate.
- Provide financial/commercial advice in project and large tender business, e. g. clarification of commercial conditions and their impact on profitability, support in contract structuring etc.
- Interface with other organizational units to ensure availability of relevant financial data as well as support the alignment among the functions.
- Harmonize and improve business processes where possible and reasonable.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting requirements.
- Ensure proper functioning of all accounting and finance systems, databases, and software.
- Review and ensure application of appropriate internal controls and financial procedures.
- Closely collaborate with the Managing Directors on the set-up and maintenance of authorization schemes such as delegation of authorities for the country organizations.
- Stay updated with industry trends and regulatory changes affecting the Draeger’s financial operations.
- Ensure tax preparation of all Draeger entities in North America.
- Support the corporate tax function in the implementation of cross-border requirements.
- Work with Human Resources, Legal & Compliance and Senior Management to ensure appropriate c
- Proven experience as a CFO or senior financial executive in the manufacturing and or sales & service industry with at least ten years in leadership roles.
- Master’s degree (MBA) or the equivalent in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field.
- Fifteen or more years of professional experience with at least ten years in Finance and Accounting management.
- Strong understanding of financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting techniques.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Advanced proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.
- Ability to communicate complex financial information effectively to non-financial stakeholders.
- Strong leadership, intercultural awareness, and cross functional team management skills.
- Strategic thinker with a proactive problem-solving approach.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Strong business acumen and negotiation skills.
- Proficient communication and convincing presentation skills.
- Project management skills.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Ethical and transparent conduct in all dealings.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
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Seniority level
Executive -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Finance -
Industries
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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