VP of Finance, Corporate FP&A

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Wolverine Worldwide is a global marketer of branded footwear, apparel, and accessories. With an established global footprint that spans approximately 200 countries and territories, as well as a rock-solid infrastructure, Wolverine Worldwide is dedicated to advancing the following brands that comprise the ever-expanding portfolio: Bates, Chaco, Cat Footwear, Harley Davidson Footwear, Merrell, Saucony, Sweaty Betty and Wolverine. Wolverine Worldwide’s continued success is driven by our ability to stay true to our simple mission: we empower, engage and inspire our consumers – every step of the way.
Wolverine Worldwide is a Great Place To Work® Certified™ company, underscoring its commitment to prioritizing employee experience and cultivating an amazing company culture across its U.S. operations. The Great Place To Work Certification distinguishes employers that prioritize employee experience, based on employees’ survey feedback on trust, camaraderie, and appreciation in the workplace
The Vice President of Finance is a strategic leader responsible for driving enterprise wide financial planning, forecasting, and analytics. This role partners closely with the CEO, CFO, SVP of Finance and other senior leaders to deliver critical insights that inform strategic decision-making and enable operational excellence. The ideal candidate is a data-driven, collaborative leader with deep expertise in financial modeling, analytics, and cross-functional alignment.

Primary Duties:

• Provide leadership and support for the preparation of the strategic plan, annual operating plan, quarterly forecast

• Provide performance analysis and strategic insights to the SVP of Finance, CFO, CEO, and executive leadership

• Support and lead business case development and ROI analysis for strategic investments across the organization, partnering with cross-functional teams to evaluate financial viability, quantify expected returns, and ensure alignment with long-term business objectives

• Prepare financial update presentations and supporting materials for meetings with the Board of Directors, executive leadership, and other key stakeholders.

• Ensure consistency, accuracy, and strategic alignment in all financial communications delivered to senior audiences.

• Collaborate with Investor Relations, Corporate Strategy, and Communications teams to align messaging and presentation standards.

• Develop and maintain complex financial models for capital allocation and scenario planning

• Analyze business performance, trends, and KPI to inform decision-making

• Lead the preparation of quarterly and annual cash flow forecasts, enhancing transparency, efficiency, and accuracy across the enterprise.

• Champion global finance transformation initiatives, emphasizing technology enablement and building future-ready capabilities that enhance agility, scalability, and insight generation

• Implement tools and dashboards to streamline data collection, automate reporting, and enable real-time visibility into performance

• Leverage automation and advanced analytics to improve forecasting accuracy and efficiency

• Attract, develop, and retain top-tier financial talent

• Build capabilities in financial planning, analysis, and strategic support

• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or Accounting; MBA or CFA preferred

• 12+ years of experience in Corporate Finance or FP&A, with 5+ years in a senior leadership role

• Proven success in enterprise-wide planning, forecasting, and analysis

• Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, scenario analysis, and executive reporting

• Ability to translate financial data into strategic insights for executive decision-making.

• Demonstrated success in building and leading high-performing teams

• Agile and adaptable, with a continuous improvement mindset

• Experience in board-level reporting, investor relations support, and M&A evaluation.

Working Conditions:

Normal office environment. Some travel may be required.

Wolverine Worldwide has a flexible, hybrid work schedule, with three days in office and two days remote.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.

Wolverine Worldwide, Inc. is committed to creating a company that is as diverse as our consumers. We value the differences in one another and believe our differences make us stronger. Our diverse and inclusive corporate culture starts with the recruitment process. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We aim to create equal opportunities for our associates, customers, and suppliers regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.