Manager, Financial Closing & Gross-to-Net

VF Corporation is looking for an exceptional Manager, Financial Closing & Gross-to-Net to join the Financial Closing & Reporting team based in Stabio, Switzerland.

The role sits within EMEA central Controllership team and supports a portfolio of iconic brands such as The North Face®, Vans® and Timberland®.

Let’s talk about the role! In this role, you will be responsible for leading a small team and for month-end closing and reporting activities for the EMEA region, with a specific focus on revenues, margin and customer settlements. You will make sure that provisions, settlements, credit and debit notes, and related accruals are correctly accounted for and reported in the monthly financial results. You will oversee the preparation of Top Management dashboards and provide ad hoc analysis to support Senior Management decisions. Using a firm understanding of our entity structure, general ledger and financial systems, you will ensure data integrity and drive process improvements by leveraging automation and AI. You will also represent the team in cross-functional projects affecting systems and financial data flows.

Primary Accountabilities:

• Manage, coach and develop team members in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Set priorities, balance the workload and review the team's work.
• Lead the design, management and improvement of the month-end closing process, ensuring that all activities are completed within tight closing deadlines. This includes revenue recognition and accruals, as well as support to the finance community during the monthly close.
• Own the balance sheet reserves for returns, bad debt, off-invoice discounts, chargebacks, cash discounts, and loyalty programmes, ensuring they are adequately supported, reconciled and correctly reflected in the monthly financial results.
• Oversee Gross-to-Net reporting and analysis, as well as the preparation of Top Management dashboards, including variance analysis on revenues and standard margin, customer profitability and the unshipped order book. Provide ad hoc analysis to support Senior Management decisions, often at short notice.
• Oversee daily monitoring of actuals to ensure financial data is complete and accurate.
• Oversee and approve a high volume of credit and debit notes, invoice adjustments, sundry documents and agent commissions, with direct review of complex and high-value cases.
• Coordinate customer claims, disputes and the customer AR reconciliation for terms and conditions with Customer Operations, Credit and the Brands. Coordinate the activities delegated to external service providers.
• Own master data governance and mapping maintenance, making sure the technical structure of the systems stays aligned with business and reporting needs.
• Lead the preparation of the Balance Sheet Review for the areas in scope and support the related review discussions.
• Maintain strong controls and documentation, act as the point of contact for internal and external auditors, and work with Accounting to make sure new accounting standards and policies are correctly implemented.
• Identify and drive process improvements using automation and AI tools to reduce manual effort, improve accuracy and speed up the close.
• Work with Business Intelligence, D&T (Digital & Technology) and AMS (Application Management Services) to improve the tools used for actuals and reporting, resolve system or process issues, and deliver cross-functional projects, including new business models, alongside day-to-day activities.

Skills for Success

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Management Engineering or a related field.

6+ years of relevant experience in Finance, Accounting or Management Accounting, preferably in a multinational company or a Big Four firm.

Previous experience managing or coordinating a team.

Fluent written and spoken English. Knowledge of Italian is a plus; other European languages (e.g. German, French or Spanish) are an advantage.

Strong financial background and solid knowledge of accounting principles. Experience in month-end closing, revenue and margin reporting, and settlement processes.

Strong analytical skills, with the ability to turn data into insights for Senior Management.

Strong relationship and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and a heavy workload under tight deadlines, while staying accurate and keeping attention to detail.

Continuous improvement mindset, with interest in or experience of applying automation and AI tools to finance processes.

Excellent Excel skills and good knowledge of SAP. Knowledge of Vistex, BlackLine, Cognos or other BI tools is a plus.

What’s in it For You

• A supportive feedback-based culture where respect and integrity guide us in what we do
• An inclusive international environment where people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities love working together
• Be part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi brand, multi countries organization
• On site gym offering health and well-being initiatives
• 50% discount on all VF brands
• Break out areas offering complimentary hot drinks

Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity

• As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.
• As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, VF is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both VF associates and applicants alike.

VF Corporation habille les consommateurs partout dans le monde grâce à son portefeuille diversifié de marques emblématiques de style de vie, notamment Vans®, The North Face® et Timberland®. Fondée en 1899, VF est l’une des plus importantes entreprises mondiales de vêtements, de chaussures et d’accessoires. Elle exerce ses activités de façon socialement et écologiquement responsable dans de nombreuses régions du monde, catégories de produits et canaux de distribution. VF s’engage à offrir des produits novateurs aux consommateurs et à créer une valeur durable pour ses clients et ses actionnaires.

VF Corporation outfits consumers around the world with its diverse portfolio of iconic lifestyle brands, including Vans®, The North Face®, and Timberland®. Founded in 1899, VF is one of the world's largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies with socially and environmentally responsible operations spanning numerous geographies, product categories, and distribution channels. VF is committed to delivering innovative products to consumers and creating long-term value for its customers and shareholders.

Énoncé de vision de VF en matière de diversité VF s’engage à créer un environnement inclusif qui accueille et valorise les différences parmi tous ses associés, ses clients, ses fournisseurs et les collectivités où nous vivons et exerçons nos activités. Le succès et la croissance continus de VF sont renforcés par des initiatives qui favorisent la diversité à l’échelle mondiale. VF s’engage à offrir le droit d’égalité des chances en matière d’emploi et à traiter ses associés et ses candidats sans discrimination fondée sur la race, la couleur, le sexe, l’âge, la nationalité, la religion, l’orientation sexuelle, l’identité ou l’expression de genre, l’état matrimonial, la citoyenneté, un handicap, le statut d’ancien combattant protégé, le statut VIH/sida ou tout autre motif protégé par la loi. VF s’engage à répondre aux divers besoins des personnes en situation de handicap dans des délais raisonnables, conformément aux principes d’autonomie, de dignité, d’intégration et d’égalité des chances. Pour ce faire, VF s’efforcera de cerner, de prévenir et d’éliminer les obstacles à l’accessibilité partout où cela est possible, tout en respectant les exigences en matière d’accessibilité prévues par l’ADA, la LAPHO (AODA) et toute autre réglementation provinciale, étatique ou locale applicable. VF s’engage à assurer l’accessibilité numérique, à se conformer aux Règles pour l’accessibilité des contenus Web (WCAG) 2.1, niveau AA, ainsi qu’à des normes de conception accessible de l’ADA et de la LAPHO (AODA), et à toute autre réglementation applicable. Si vous avez besoin d’une mesure d’adaptation ou si vous avez des questions concernant cet énoncé, veuillez transmettre votre demande à

VF Diversity Vision Statement VF is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we live and conduct business. The continued success and growth of VF is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity throughout VF around the world. VF is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and treating our VF associates and VF applicants without discrimination on the basis of their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected basis. VF is committed to meeting the diverse needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner that is consistent with the principles of independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity, and will do so by striving to identify, prevent and remove barriers to accessibility wherever possible as well as by meeting the accessibility requirements under the ADA, AODA, and other applicable state, local or provincial regulations. VF is committed to digital accessibility, and to conforming to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA and complying with the ADA and AODA Standards for Accessible Design, and other applicable regulations. If you need an accommodation or have any questions regarding this statement, please send your request to

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