Director of Finance North America (Controller) Job at Korn Ferry in Dallas

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

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