Senior Finance Manager/Deputy CFO - Volvo Car Financial Services

Let's introduce ourselves

The Finance Manager/Deputy CFO is responsible for overseeing the financial integrity, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance for Volvo Car Financial Services (VCFS) This role will work directly with Auto OEM partners and key vendors to bridge finance and operations, ensuring that strategic objectives are met while maintaining robust controls and delivering exceptional service to customers and stakeholders.

What you'll do

Financial Management
• Lead all accounting, reporting, and compliance functions in line with GAAP/IFRS and local regulations.
• Drive financial performance, ROI discipline, and business optimization.
• Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and financial models.
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Manage internal and external audits, ensuring strong internal controls.
• Monitor data flows used to perform accounting routines and analytical reporting.
Leadership & Team Development
• Manage the daily activities of the finance team, ensuring appropriate workload distribution and alignment with departmental goals.
• Mentor and develop team members by providing ongoing coaching, constructive feedback, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and create individual development plans to close skill gaps and build a robust talent pipeline.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the finance function.
Operational Oversight
• Oversee loan origination, servicing, collections, and portfolio management processes, particularly as they relate to accounting functions.
• Oversee and implement operational KPIs and dashboards to track financial and operational performance.
• Drive process automation and oversee digital transformation initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with consumer finance laws and internal policies.
• Support operational risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
Strategic Partnership
• Provide financial and operational insights to support executive decision-making.
• Collaborate with vendors, and sales and risk teams to optimize offerings and profitability.
• Align operational and financial strategies with our OEM partner’s objectives.
• Assist in managing the relationships with operational service providers to ensure portfolio servicing is in line with contractually agreed standards.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive experience in finance and operations, preferably in captive finance or financial services.
• Strong knowledge of credit risk, funding structures, and operational best practices.
• Proven leadership and cross-functional management skills.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems, financial modeling, and analytics tools.

You might also have:
Competencies
• Strategic and analytical mindset with operational execution skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• High integrity, ethical standards, and attention to detail.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
Performance Metrics
• Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
• Achievement of budget and forecast targets.
• Operational efficiency improvements (cost savings, process times).
• Compliance audit results.

Salary Range:
• $127,464 to $236,718 per year
Compensation is determined based on experience, qualifications, internal equity, location and company guidelines