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Director of Finance North America (Controller)

Director of Finance North America (Controller)

Korn FerryDallas, TX, US
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Job Description

Korn Ferry has partnered with our client on their search for a Director of Finance North America (Controller) .

Company Overview

  • A family-owned Swiss chocolatier with more than 230 retail stores worldwide and a fast-growing footprint across North America
  • The 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, TX
  • With 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 year
  • Leadership emphasizes growth, accountability, and collaboration, offering employees the opportunity to join a high-performance environment with meaningful long-term career advancement

Role Summary

  • Act as a Finance Business Partner to store teams and senior leadership, identifying opportunities, supporting budgets, P&L management, and financial planning for future growth
  • Lead all aspects of financial operations for North America, including monthly close, reporting, variance analysis, and alignment with Swiss counterparts
  • Oversee lease accounting, insurance accounting, and financial controls to support a rapidly expanding retail footprint
  • Partner with senior leadership on budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, and performance tracking to double company size over the next 5 years
  • Serve as a visible leader in the Dallas office, ensuring financial and operational continuity when senior leadership is traveling
  • Mentor and manage finance staff, including accounts payable and a financial analyst, setting goals and performance standards
  • Team Structure

  • Member of the North American Executive Team
  • Reports directly to the President, North America
  • Partners closely with Swiss Group Finance and cross-functional U.S. leadership
  • Direct reports include Accounts Payable and Financial Analyst
  • Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA / MBA preferred)
  • 8+ years of progressive finance experience in retail, consumer products, or related industries
  • Strong generalist background with proven ability to lead budgeting, P&L management, and FP&A in a midsize or high-growth company
  • Experience with lease accounting, insurance accounting, and multi-unit retail strongly preferred
  • Outgoing, client-facing, and resolution-oriented, with strong interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced international environment with frequent cross-border collaboration
  • Compensation & Benefits

  • Base Salary : ~$160K (flexible depending on experience)
  • Bonus : 15% of base salary
  • Full 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 meetings
  • Preference for candidates in the Dallas area, though relocation support is available
  • SE : 510758732

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