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VP, Finance

Coates Group· North America Segment – Finance - NAM
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Chicago, IL$193.6k - $220kFull-timePosted 2w ago

About the role

Head of finance and strategic finance partner to the relevant Customer segment. Translates enterprise strategy into segment priorities, challenges commercial decisions and mobilizes action to improve growth, margin, cash and returns. Connects Segment leadership with Group Finance, ensuring transparent performance, disciplined investment and timely escalation of risks and opportunities.

Responsibilities

  • Strategic partnership: Partner with Segment Strategy Team to advise and constructively challenge the Segment President and leadership team; shape strategy, portfolio choices, investment priorities and execution
  • Planning and performance: Own the segment plan, budget, forecasts, scenarios and performance cadence; provide clear insights, actions and accountability to Segment and Group Finance
  • Commercial and operational finance: Drive pricing, margin, customer and product profitability, cost productivity, capex, working capital and cash outcomes
  • Governance: Ensure accurate reporting, effective controls, policy compliance and risk escalation
  • Leadership: lead the Segment finance team and connect business finance, shared services and Group centres of expertise

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field; CA or CPA qualification required
  • 15+ years of progressive finance leadership experience in a complex, multi-site or multinational business
  • Substantial divisional, regional or commercial finance leadership and executive business-partnering experience
  • Proven ownership of planning, forecasting, performance management, reporting and financial control
  • Track record of improving margin, cash, working capital, productivity and investment returns
  • Ability to influence senior leaders and operate effectively across a global matrix
  • Strong understanding of accounting standards, governance, risk and statutory obligations

Skills

Required:Strategic thinkingInfluential communication

Benefits

  • annual market competitive bonus program
  • Thrive Program with flexible work options
  • dedicated time to prioritize health and wellbeing (virtual Yoga or meditation)
  • Global Wellness paid day off
  • Give Back Day
  • Equality + Empowerment Initiatives
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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