Lead the International Finance Business Partnering organization by providing operational leadership for financial planning, forecasting, performance management, and decision support for executive leadership across all international markets. This role is responsible for driving organizational effectiveness, developing finance talent, and ensuring consistent execution of the International Finance operating model. The Director partners closely with the Sr Director, FP&A, Treasury, RM, & Int'l to deliver high-quality financial insights, support strategic decision-making, and enable scalable growth across the international business. Key Responsibilities: 1. Leadership & Team Management • Build a high-performing finance organization by coaching, developing and mentoring Finance Business Partners while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. • Establish operating rhythms (M/Q reviews, KPI deep dives, etc.) and drive consistency in methods, models, and storytelling across regions. • Support the Sr Director by providing financial insights, scenario analyses, and strategic recommendations that enable informed decision-making across international markets. • Support financial due diligence and strategic initiatives, including market expansion, refranchising opportunities, business cases, and corporate development projects. 1. International Performance Management & Reporting • Drive consistent performance measurement through standardized KPIs, financial dashboards and actionable business insights. • Own consolidated international reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning; ensure one source of truth across all regions. • Provide proactive financial insights and recommendations to support commercial decisions, identify risks and opportunities, and improve business performance across international markets. • Develop executive and board-ready financial analyses and narratives, translating KPIs (e.g., SSSG, RSG, net stores, mix, margin) into actionable business insights. • Lead the financial portion of monthly and quarterly business reviews, highlighting key performance drivers, risks, and opportunities 1. Franchisee Partnership & Governance • Partner with Regional Business Teams to evaluate franchisee performance, unit economics, and financial trends, providing financial analyses and recommendations that support commercial decision-making and profitable growth. • Coordinate financial reviews with Master Franchisees, as appropriate, to assess operating performance, cash flow, and key business drivers, escalating significant risks and opportunities to the Sr Director International Finance. • Uphold financial governance tied to MFAs (reporting timeliness, data accuracy, incentive compliance) and support internal reviews as needed. • Support internal audits and compliance reviews, ensuring adherence to corporate policies, franchise agreements, and brand standards. 1. Cross-functional leadership • Serve as the senior finance leader below the Sr Director. • Lead Finance's partnership with Operations, Marketing, Supply Chain, Technology, and Analytics & Insights to support planning, performance management, and enterprise initiatives. 1. Process, Data & Tools • Standardize templates, dashboards, and BI usage across regions; improve forecast accuracy and close/reporting cycle times. • Sponsor automation and data quality initiatives with A&I/BI teams; scale best practices across markets. • Drive continuous improvement initiatives that simplify financial processes, improve reporting efficiency, and enhance decision support. Qualifications • 10-15+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, commercial finance, or strategy; international and/or franchise business experience strongly preferred. • Demonstrated international business experience, including professional work experience outside the United States, strongly preferred. • Demonstrated success leading teams and serving as a senior business partner to executives. • Advanced financial modeling, scenario analysis, and valuation/ROI skills; expert in Excel/PowerPoint; BI experience (Power BI/Tableau) a plus. • Strong communicator and storyteller-able to synthesize complex data into clear executive recommendations. • Comfortable working across time zones/cultures in a matrix; travel up to ~20% as needed. • Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting/Economics; MBA/CPA preferred. • Multilingual and multicultural skills preferred. Key Competencies: • Strategic & commercial acumen; driver-based thinking • People leadership and coaching; stakeholder influence • Analytical rigor with bias for action; continuous improvement mindset • High standards for governance, accuracy, and on-time delivery • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills • Self-starter with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment • Collaborative and adaptable mindset • Business mindset (versus functional) and strategic vision. Additional Information Location: Ann Arbor, MI (Candidates need to reside in the area or be willing to relocate) Benefits: • Paid Holidays and Vacation • Medical, Dental & Vision benefits that start on the first day of employment • No-cost mental health support for employee and dependents • Childcare tuition discounts • No-cost fitness, nutrition, and wellness programs • Fertility benefits • Adoption assistance • 401k matching contributions • 15% off the purchase price of stock • Company bonus