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Commercial Finance Director, EMEA Food
Job summary
A leading executive search firm is seeking a Commercial Finance Director to lead financial operations in the Food sector across the EMEA region. The candidate will focus on enhancing financial performance and aligning financial strategies with business goals. Required is a minimum of 10 years in a finance role, strong analytical and leadership skills, and proficiency in financial software. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting and preferably an MBA or relevant certification.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 10 years in a finance position within a multinational organization.
- Experience in leading diverse teams across geographies.
- Fluent in English, both verbal and written.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage financial operations for the Food vertical in the EMEA region.
- Drive financial performance and optimize profitability.
- Support decision-making processes and align financial strategies with business objectives.
Skills
Education
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Cielo Executive Search is searching for a Commercial Finance Director on behalf of our Confidential Client. Additional Client information will be provided later in the interview process.
Cielo Executive Search is seeking an exceptional Commercial Finance Director to lead and manage financial operations across our Client's Food vertical in the EMEA region. This pivotal role will focus on driving financial performance and optimizing profitability. As a strategic and results-driven professional, you will play a critical role in supporting decision-making processes, ensuring the alignment of financial strategies with the overall business objectives.
- Proven experience in a commercial finance role, with a minimum of 10 years in a finance position within a multinational or regional organization.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights for non‑financial stakeholders.
- Demonstrated experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and performance analysis.
- Excellent leadership and people management skills, with experience leading diverse teams across geographies.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
- Must be able to interact effectively with senior executives.
- Proficiency in financial software tools (e.g. One Stream, Hyperion, SAP, Power BI) and advanced Excel skills.
- Fluent in English (verbal and written skills are essential).
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; MBA or relevant professional certification (CMA, CPA) preferred.
MBA or relevant professional certification (CMA, CPA) preferred.
Strategic thinker with strong business acumen. Ability to communicate complex financial concepts to both technical and non-financial stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment. Results‑oriented with strong attention to detail. Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to manage complexity. Proactive, hands‑on approach to work.
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