Chief Financial Officer, Emea

**Region**: Amsterdam, NL Ready for a fresh, new career? Look no further because one of the world’s most iconic brands can help you get there. Why Join Us? At Subway, “better” is baked into our DNA. We are a brand that believes in continued improvementin our lives, our businesses, and our planet. From the handshake that started our very first sandwich shop to earning our position as one of the world’s leading restaurant brands, we’ve always embraced change and the path ahead. And today, we're making better living way easier. Our purpose is about more than the food we serve in our restaurants. It’s centered on fueling healthy businesses and healthier lives. It is one of the most exciting times to join the Subway team and contribute to our transformational journey. **About the Role**: **Responsibilities include but are not limited to**: - Strategic leadership and business partnering: - Act as a trusted financial advisor to the senior leadership team in the EMEA region, providing strategic financial input for key business decisions. - Analyze financial performance, market trends, and business initiatives to identify opportunities for growth, margin improvement, and operational efficiency. - As requested, lead financial due diligence for potential partnerships. - Develop and execute the finance strategy to align with the company's regional and global objectives. - Financial planning and analysis (FP&A) - Lead and manage the entire budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning process for the region. - Present consolidated financial results and performance commentary to regional and global senior management on a regular basis. - Drive continuous improvement in FP&A processes, leveraging data analytics to deliver timely and accurate financial insights - Governance, controls and compliance - Liaise with relevant departments on finance and accounting operations, including financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and treasury management. - Ensure adherence to local accounting standards and any applicable international standards (IFRS). - Assist with the collation of relevant data for financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP (for corporate reporting). - Have an understanding of financial analysis, with a focus on the EMEA region, and provide insights to senior management. - In collaboration with the CAO, develop, implement, and maintain strong internal controls and policies to ensure financial integrity and compliance. - Technology and process transformation - Champion finance transformation initiatives, including the automation of processes and the enhancement of financial systems. - Drive improvements in financial and operational processes to increase efficiency and scalability. - Leadership and Team Development - Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability. - Manage finance professionals across various functions, ensuring a strong talent pipeline. - Set clear objectives and performance metrics for the finance team. **Qualifications (some examples listed below)**: - MBA in Finance, Accounting, Business or a related field is required. - CPA, ACCA RA-trained preferred. - 10 years of financial experience. - 5+ years of experience in QSR, Multi unit operating models, Master Franchise industry. - 6+ years of supervisory or managerial experience is a plus. - Financial planning and analysis (FP&A): Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning. This includes developing complex financial models, managing scenario planning, and analyzing budget variances. - Accounting and reporting: In-depth knowledge of accounting standards, particularly International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). This includes preparing management reporting. - Data analytics: Proficiency in interpreting large datasets to identify trends, predict outcomes, and provide actionable business insights. This often requires advanced skills in tools like Excel, Power BI, or Tableau. - Risk management: The ability to identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks, including market, credit, and operational risks. This also involves ensuring strong internal controls and managing compliance. - Proven experience working in a global or regional role for a U.S.based multinational company. - Strategic thinking: The capacity to see the "big picture" and connect financial data to the company's overarching strategic goals. This involves contributing to corporate strategy and identifying opportunities for value creation. - Financial strategy and business planning: Act as a key business partner to the Regional President, translating financial data into actionable business insights that drive regional strategy and growth initiatives. - Executive decision support: Provide insightful financial analysis, forecasts, and performance evaluations to the Global CFO and Global CAO to support strategic decisions, budget management, and long-term business planning. -