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International Finance Manager

JR286

Hilversum
Full-time
5-10 years experience
On-site

Key Skills

Financial Planning and Analysis
Commercial Finance
Pricing Strategy
Financial Modeling
Revenue Growth Management
Gross Margin Analysis
Forecasting
Budgeting
Scenario Planning
Business Partnering
Performance Management
Data Analysis
Excel
Domo
ERP Systems
Risk Management

Job Description

JR286 is seeking an International Finance Manager to join our team in Hilversum, NL. In this role, you will be accountable for the financial performance of our international distributor business, with primary responsibility for distributor revenue, growth, gross margin quality, and pricing discipline. You will ensure distributor growth translates into profitable international results through strong forecasting, pricing validation, and performance management, while partnering with the US-based finance team on in-year and long-range planning.

What You’ll Do:

  • Co-own financial accountability for international distributor revenue and growth performance by market, distributor, and product category, including results versus budget, forecast, and prior year
  • Lead forecasting, budgeting, and scenario planning for international revenue and margin performance, translating commercial assumptions into actionable financial plans
  • Drive financial performance management of the distributor base by assessing opportunities and working with the US-based finance team on recommendations to achieve growth
  • Partner with Sales leadership to improve distributor performance, accelerate healthy growth, and address underperformance through account plans, territory actions, or pricing changes
  • Partner with the US finance team to establish a pricing strategy that works for the international business, applying the global pricing framework to individual markets in partnership with Sales Operations
  • Lead the financial review of new distributor proposals, market entries, promotions, and major commercial initiatives to ensure they support profitable growth
  • Own distributor performance scorecards covering product purchases, net sales, and inventory
  • Partner with the international AR Lead and US AR/Credit team to improve collections quality, manage risk, and ensure growth is supported by sound cash conversion
  • Provide monthly and quarterly business reviews with clear commentary on growth drivers, margin risks, pricing issues, and required actions
  • Represent Finance in cross-functional forums with Sales, Sales Operations, Supply Chain, and Customer Service to align financial targets with execution realities
  • Other duties as assigned

What to Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA, CPA, or other relevant qualification preferred
  • 8+ years of experience in commercial finance, FP&A, pricing, or finance business partnering, ideally in a distributor, wholesale, or international consumer products environment
  • Proven experience managing revenue growth, gross margin, pricing, and profitability analytics in partnership with commercial teams
  • Strong financial modeling, planning, and business case development skills
  • Experience working in matrixed, international environments with centralized finance ownership and market-level commercial stakeholders
  • Advanced Excel and strong familiarity with ERP, planning, and reporting tools such as Domo

Nice to Have:

  • Strong commercial acumen and an understanding of how pricing, discounts, mix, and customer terms affect profitability
  • Ability to balance growth with financial discipline and margin targets
  • Ability to partner effectively with key stakeholders and influence decisions with cross-functional leaders and external distributor partners
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
  • Ownership mindset and comfort operating in a fast-moving, international environment

Additionally:

  • Position is based in Hilversum, NL
  • Reports to the VP, Finance & Accounting (US)
  • Key partners: international Sales leadership, Sales Directors, Director of Sales Operations, US Finance team, AR/Credit, and Customer Service

Core Responsibilities

The International Finance Manager will oversee the financial performance of the international distributor business, focusing on revenue growth, pricing, and margin quality. They will partner with Sales and US-based finance teams to drive planning, forecasting, and performance management across international markets.

Requirements

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics, with an MBA or CPA preferred. At least 8 years of experience in commercial finance or FP&A within an international or distributor environment is required.

About JR286

Industry: Sporting Goods Manufacturing

Company size: 201-500 employees

We are a global leader in the sporting goods industry, specializing in the design, development, manufacturing and distribution of branded and licensed sports equipment and accessories. Here you’ll find a unique culture comprised of entrepreneurs and innovators, creators and builders, who have an innate passion to win in every category in which we play and Enjoy the Journey along the way.

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