Global Head of Finance - GSA

Global Finance Director leads financial, commercial, and strategic performance for a global client account. Trusted advisor to account leadership, driving value, influencing senior stakeholders, and improving results across complex global operations.

Leads the account's financial strategy, governance, reporting, risk management, and value creation initiatives. Partners across global teams to deliver consistent financial insights, support growth, and strengthen client relationships.

About the job

The Global Finance Director is a senior leader within the Enterprise Partnerships & Solutions (EP&S) organisation, and leads the financial, commercial and strategic performance of a global client account.

The role acts as a key business partner and trusted advisor to the Global Account Director, contributing directly to the delivery of contract value for both the client and Sodexo. The position requires strong commercial acumen, operational insight, and the ability to influence at senior levels across a complex, multi-region environment.

The Global Finance Director leads the financial agenda across the account, ensuring robust financial governance, accurate and insightful reporting, and the identification and delivery of value creation opportunities. This includes supporting mobilisation and transformation of contract models, managing financial risk, and ensuring alignment with contractual frameworks and long-term strategic objectives.

Operating within a matrix structure, the role collaborates closely with EP&S leadership, regional finance teams, and corporate functions to deliver a consistent, global "one version of the truth" for both Sodexo and the client.

This is a highly commercial, client-facing and decision-oriented role, requiring the ability to balance financial performance, contractual obligations, and relationship management to support sustainable growth and long-term partnership success.

Pay Range: $199410 - $258060

Incentive Eligibility: Eligible to participate in Sodexo's incentive plan and earn variable compensation in addition to base salary

What's in it for you

Highly visible leadership role where you'll partner with C-suite executives, drive finance transformation and commercial growth, lead high-performing teams, and deliver strategic impact for a marquee global client.

• Lead the financial and commercial agenda across the global account
• Support mobilisation, transformation, and ongoing optimisation of the contract model
• Shape commercial constructs, terms and financial frameworks to optimise long-term value and risk balance
• Ensure alignment between financial performance and contractual commitments
• Develop and enhance management reporting aligned with EP&S standards
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and commercial risks
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and planning processes in collaboration with regional teams
• Deploy and standardise global financial processes across the account
• Align systems, tools, and reporting frameworks with global contract requirements
• Act as a key finance partner to the Global Account Director and client stakeholders
• Participate in client meetings, business reviews, and governance forums (e.g. QBRs)
• Build strong relationships across client and internal organisations
• Support resolution of financial issues and alignment on commercial matters
• Lead and develop the global account finance function
• Build capability, succession planning, and high-performing teams
• Foster collaboration across regions and functions

What you'll bring

A proven track record of driving global P&L performance, commercial success, and contract compliance across complex, multi-country operations. Skilled at partnering with C-suite stakeholders, influencing matrix organizations, delivering financial insight.

10+ years of finance leadership experience in complex, global environments. Strong commercial acumen, financial planning and modeling expertise, and proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and clients across international operations.

• Strong commercial acumen with experience partnering operations in complex environments
• Proven ability to influence and operate at senior levels, including client-facing roles
• Experience in financial modelling, planning, and performance management
• Fluent English required, additional languages advantageous
• Willingness to travel internationally as required
• Ability to operate in a dynamic, evolving environmen

Requirements

• Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Management Experience: 10 years
• Related Experience: 10 years

What we offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs

• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Who we are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you're happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.