Finance Director

3 weeks ago


Chicago, United States Dyson Full time
Summary Salary: Competitive Team: Finance Location: United States - Chicago Office
About Us

Dyson is a global technology enterprise. We’re growing fast and our ambition is huge – more categories, more locations and more people. Dyson launched in the US in 2002, and since then operations have grown exponentially. Our US headquarters is based in Chicago's Fulton Market neighborhood. We also have employees working in field sales, our service centers, and in our growing number of Dyson Demo Stores across the country.

We're committed to our campus culture and want to have people collaborating, developing, and learning from each other. By having everyone on campus together, we have been able to nurture a fantastic social and dynamic environment.

About the Role

As the Finance Director in charge of the Consumer and Professional Business in the US, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our financial strategy and driving sustainable growth. Reporting to the VP of Finance Americas, you will enhance profitability, ensure rigorous internal controls, and deliver strategic insights that empower commercial decisions within a dynamic and matrixed environment. You will have full accountability for P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow, while ensuring compliance with all regulatory and organizational standards in collaboration with local and group Finance stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Leadership:

  • Lead the financial strategy for the Consumer and Professional Business, maintaining full accountability for P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow management to ensure financial health and performance.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to provide actionable insights that drive business growth, identifying and quantifying risks and opportunities at both strategic and operational levels.
  • Champion Dyson’s finance strategy, promoting the core pillars of integrity and commercial success throughout all US operations.
  • Implement and enforce rigorous internal controls and compliance measures to safeguard financial integrity and ensure adherence to all regulatory and organizational standards.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with the US Leadership Team and Global Finance organization, fostering a collaborative culture that thrives in a matrixed environment.
  • Influence local and group stakeholders to drive alignment on financial objectives, ensuring that financial strategies support broader business goals.
  • Navigate complex organizational dynamics to challenge the status quo and develop innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiencies and profitability.
  • Enhance investment appraisal methodologies for advertising and promotional spending to ensure maximum value generation and alignment with corporate objectives.

Comprehensive Management and Reporting:

  • Deliver accurate monthly performance reports, providing insightful analysis of variances from budget and targets to inform strategic decision-making.
  • Ensure transparency and accuracy in P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reporting, collaborating closely with local and group Finance stakeholders to align on financial outcomes.
  • Drive continuous process improvement in financial reporting and management, transitioning towards real-time analytics that enable agile and informed business responses.
  • Oversee the budget and forecasting process, ensuring comprehensive risk assessment and opportunity identification through robust collaboration with commercial managers.

Talent Development and Team Leadership:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing finance team, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and agility in a fast-paced landscape.
  • Elevate finance’s role in strategic decision-making within responsible cost centers, empowering team members to drive value and influence outcomes.
  • Mentor and develop team members, aligning their growth with organizational goals and supporting HR strategies for talent development and resource management.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Embrace new initiatives that align with the role’s strategic objectives and proactively address operational challenges.
About You
  • 10-15 years of progressive finance experience, with a strong focus on strategic financial analysis and full accountability for P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow.
  • Bachelor's degree required; MBA, Masters or CPA/CMA preferred.
  • Proven track record in technology or high-end consumer products industries is highly desirable.
  • Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, business planning, budgeting, and comprehensive management reporting. Analytical mindset.
  • Strong reputation for strategic thinking, objectivity, and seasoned business judgment.
  • Exceptional ability to influence and collaborate with diverse stakeholders in a fast-moving and matrixed environment, a positive and influential team player.
  • Demonstrated success in managing multiple high-impact initiatives in dynamic environments.
  • Proficient in leveraging data analytics to create strategic business value, with a talent for clearly communicating complex insights.
  • Previous leadership experience with a commitment to team development, internal control, and regulatory compliance.
  • Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy, thriving in fast-paced and agile settings.
Benefits

At Dyson, how we reward you is linked to our high-performance culture. But it’s about more than salary and bonus. Through a package of financial, lifestyle and health benefits, we support whatever stage of life you’re in and the moments that matter.

Financial benefits:

  • 401K with up to a 4% match
  • Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D
  • Flexible Savings Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)

Lifestyle benefits:

  • Competitive Paid Time Off Benefits including Separate Holiday, Sick, and Vacation Time
  • Pre-tax Commuter Benefits (applicable areas only)
  • Generous Child Care Leave Program
  • Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Generous Dyson Product Discounts

Health benefits:

  • Multi-Level Healthcare Coverage Options
  • Vision & Dental Coverage
  • Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don’t think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.

Dyson is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Dyson will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Americas Talent Acquisition at ustalentacquisition@dyson.com

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