Director, Finance - B2B Outdoors

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Job Description

The Director Finance, B2B, Outdoors will be the primary finance business partner to the General Manager B2B and lead all commercial related B2B financial activities. This role also works closely with Operations Finance and other business partners to support overall strategy and P&L management for the Outdoors B2B business. A strong background in business partnership, P&L management, data driven decision making, and team management is required.  This role currently has 4 direct reports.

Position location: Deerfield, IL, Hybrid (Flexibility to work from home Mondays and Fridays)

RESPONSIBLIITIES:

Strategic Finance Partnership:  Provide proactive financial leadership to the B2B Commercial Leadership Team and GM, driving profitable growth and shaping key strategic priorities and initiatives across Outdoors business.

Cross‑Functional Value Creation: Collaborate with Operations Finance, Centers of Excellence (COEs), and Sales Leadership to deliver financial insights, guidance, and support for strategic planning, annual operating plans, and ongoing forecasting cycles.

Portfolio & Market Expertise: Become a subject matter expert in the B2B Outdoors category, building deep knowledge of brand performance, category dynamics, and competitive landscape trends.

Consolidated Financial Leadership: Partner closely with the Outdoors CFO, Planning & Reporting leader, and Revenue Growth Management (RGM) teams to lead consolidated commercial financial results and serve as the SME for the Outdoors segment.

KPI Development & Performance Management: Develop, track, and report KPIs to the B2B General Manager and Leadership Team to identify opportunities, highlight risks, and accelerate value creation.

Financial Reporting & Insights: Assist in developing monthly and quarterly financial presentations, translating results into actionable insights and recommending actions to improve performance.

Commercial Decision Support: Work with Sales, RGM, and Channel teams to evaluate business proposals—including pricing, terms, promotions, and new distribution or dealer opportunities—to ensure sound financial decision‑making.

Contract Oversight: Support and oversee annual customer contract negotiations and renewals, ensuring financial viability and strategic alignment.

Month‑End Close Support: Own month‑end gross-to-net activities including net sales variance analysis, accrual reviews, and sales period cost analysis.

Leadership & Talent Development: Lead and develop a team of finance professionals by providing clear direction, coaching, performance assessments, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required.
• 10+ years of relevant financial analysis experience required.
• 7+ years of management experience required.
• Prior experience should include:
  • Strategic and financial planning process participation
  • Reporting, analysis, and forecasting process ownership
  • Responsibility for owning managerial and statutory close processes within Sales.
  • Successful contribution in cross functional teams, especially those involving sales, marketing, and operations personnel.
  • Preparing analysis for presentation at senior levels
  • Experience with IT systems and managerial reporting tools (Oracle, Tableau, etc.)
• Demonstrated success working with cross-functional teams and business partners.
• Track record of process leadership and process improvement
• Must possess strong communication (oral and written) and analytical skills with ability to communicate detailed analysis into relevant, clear, and concise information leading to actionable initiatives.
• Proficiency with Excel modeling and data management as well as PowerPoint
• Deliver agreed upon objectives with high integrity and in a sustainable manner.
• Microsoft application skills (Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint)

Additional Information

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $140,000 USD - $220,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits, adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.

Fortune Brands is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within the high-growth categories of water, outdoors and security. The Company makes innovative products for residential and commercial environments, with a growing focus on digital solutions and products that add luxury, contribute to safety and enhance sustainability. To learn more, visit our website at fbin.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Fortune Brands is an equal opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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