EBSCO Industries

VP, Operations & Finance - US & Canada

EBSCO Industries$160K — $200K *
Finance & Insurance
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
  • 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in operations, accounting, finance, or general management
  • Experience leading or working with geographically distributed teams
  • Expertise in financial management, pricing strategy, margin optimization, and working capital management
  • Strong understanding of corporate governance, regulatory compliance, internal controls, and enterprise risk management
  • Proven ability to align commercial strategy with operational execution
  • Executive presence with relationship-building skills.
  • Strong business and technology acumen with a continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

  • Provide senior leadership for Subscription Services across the U.S. and Canada
  • Own operating income, margin performance, and working capital outcomes
  • Lead pricing strategy, revenue growth initiatives, and gross margin optimization
  • Ensure accurate financial reporting and statutory compliance
  • Drive cost efficiency, process optimization, and scalable operations
  • Align regional plans with corporate objectives
  • Drive talent development and leadership growth

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with significant on-site presence required
  • Opportunity for organizational leadership in a growing division
  • Engagement with a team focused on scalability and service excellence
  • Work within a culture that emphasizes high performance and collaboration
  • Access to professional development and succession planning opportunities
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity

The Vice President, Operations & Finance 6 U.S. & Canada leads financial performance, operational execution, governance oversight, and strategic alignment for the Subscription Services Division across the region.

This role holds full regional P&L accountability for Subscription Services and drives disciplined financial management, regulatory compliance, scalable operations, and strong commercial alignment in support of EIS 2s strategic objectives

The Vice President will operate in a hybrid model and lead a predominantly Birmingham, AL 6based team (90%+), requiring consistent on-site engagement and leadership presence within the EIS Birmingham hub.

What You'll Do

Primary Responsibilities

Regional Financial & Business Leadership (U.S. and Canada)

  • Provide senior leadership for Subscription Services across the U.S. and Canada, setting direction, priorities, and performance expectations for the region.
  • Own operating income, margin performance, and working capital outcomes.
  • Lead pricing strategy, revenue growth initiatives, and gross margin optimization.
  • Ensure accurate financial reporting, accounting integrity, and statutory compliance in coordination with the EIS VP of Accounting, Tax and Compliance and EBSCO Industries Accounting and Finance teams.
  • Ensure disciplined Accounts Receivable management and strong cash flow performance.
  • Drive cost efficiency, process optimization, and scalable operational execution.
  • Align regional operating plans with corporate financial and strategic objectives.

Corporate Governance & Compliance

  • Provide governance oversight across U.S. and Canadian legal entities, ensuring consistency, transparency, and risk mitigation.
  • Ensure appropriate statutory compliance and regulatory alignment across jurisdictions.
  • Maintain strong internal controls and audit readiness.
  • Partner with EBSCO Industries Legal, Finance and Compliance functions to ensure consistency in governance and risk management standards.

Operational & Organizational Leadership

  • Lead a predominantly Birmingham, AL 6based team, ensuring strong alignment, engagement, and execution across geographically distributed leadership.
  • Drive end-to-end operational strategy across Subscription Services, ensuring scalability, service excellence, and alignment with customer and publisher expectations.
  • Provide direct leadership to regional management teams.
  • Build and sustain a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative culture.
  • Drive talent development, succession planning, and leadership growth.
  • Reinforce EBSCO 2s core values and ethical standards.

Commercial & Market Leadership

  • Partner with U.S. and Canadian Sales leadership to drive profitable, sustainable revenue growth.
  • Maintain strong relationships with key customers, publishers, and strategic stakeholders.
  • Monitor competitive, regulatory, and market developments affecting the region.
  • Contribute strategic insight to service enhancements and operational innovation initiatives.

Key Success Measures

  • U.S. and Canada operating income and margin performance
  • Revenue growth and gross margin optimization
  • Working capital and Accounts Receivable performance
  • Governance and compliance effectiveness
  • Audit and control strength
  • Operational performance and productivity gains
  • Leadership effectiveness and succession readiness
About You
  • Bachelor 2s degree required; advanced degree preferred
  • 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in operations, accounting, finance, or general management.
  • Experience leading or working with geographically distributed teams.
  • Experience in financial management, pricing strategy, margin optimization, and working capital management.
  • Understanding of corporate governance, regulatory compliance, internal controls, and enterprise risk management.
  • Proven ability to align commercial strategy with operational execution.
  • Executive presence with the ability to build trusted relationships with customers, publishers, and other senior stakeholders.
  • Strong business and technology acumen with a continuous improvement mindset.
  • Travel: Approximately 25% 650%; candidates based outside Birmingham, AL should expect more frequent travel to the EIS Birmingham hub
Pay RangeUSD $0.00 - USD $0.00 /Yr.

About EBSCO Industries

EBSCO Industries, Inc. is a diversified conglomerate with businesses in information services, publishing, manufacturing, and distribution. The company was founded in 1944 by Elton B. Stephens and is still privately held by the Stephens family. EBSCO Information Services is the largest division of the company and provides online research databases, e-books, and other information services to libraries and other institutions. EBSCO Publishing produces databases, e-books, and print journals for academic, medical, and other markets. Other divisions of the company include EBSCO Manufacturing, which produces steel products, and EBSCO Sign Group, which produces signage and displays.
Learn more about EBSCO Industries
Size
6,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1944

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