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Join us to help make an impact.Your Opportunity\nThe Vice President, Operations & Finance - U.S. & Canada leads financial performance, operational execution, governance oversight, and strategic alignment for the Subscription Services Division across the region.\nThis 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’s strategic objectives\nThe Vice President will operate in a hybrid model and lead a predominantly Birmingham, AL-based team (90%+), requiring consistent on-site engagement and leadership presence within the EIS Birmingham hub.\nWhat You'll Do\nPrimary Responsibilities\nRegional Financial & Business Leadership (U.S. and Canada)\nProvide senior leadership for Subscription Services across the U.S. and Canada, setting direction, priorities, and performance expectations for the region.\nOwn operating income, margin performance, and working capital outcomes.\nLead pricing strategy, revenue growth initiatives, and gross margin optimization.\nEnsure 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.\nEnsure disciplined Accounts Receivable management and strong cash flow performance.\nDrive cost efficiency, process optimization, and scalable operational execution.\nAlign regional operating plans with corporate financial and strategic objectives.\nCorporate Governance & Compliance\nProvide governance oversight across U.S. and Canadian legal entities, ensuring consistency, transparency, and risk mitigation.\nEnsure appropriate statutory compliance and regulatory alignment across jurisdictions.\nMaintain strong internal controls and audit readiness.\nPartner with EBSCO Industries Legal, Finance and Compliance functions to ensure consistency in governance and risk management standards.\nOperational & Organizational Leadership\nLead a predominantly Birmingham, AL-based team, ensuring strong alignment, engagement, and execution across geographically distributed leadership.\nDrive end-to-end operational strategy across Subscription Services, ensuring scalability, service excellence, and alignment with customer and publisher expectations.\nProvide direct leadership to regional management teams.\nBuild and sustain a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative culture.\nDrive talent development, succession planning, and leadership growth.\nReinforce EBSCO’s core values and ethical standards.\nCommercial & Market Leadership\nPartner with U.S. and Canadian Sales leadership to drive profitable, sustainable revenue growth.\nMaintain strong relationships with key customers, publishers, and strategic stakeholders.\nMonitor competitive, regulatory, and market developments affecting the region.\nContribute strategic insight to service enhancements and operational innovation initiatives.\nKey Success Measures\nU.S. and Canada operating income and margin performance\nRevenue growth and gross margin optimization\nWorking capital and Accounts Receivable performance\nGovernance and compliance effectiveness\nAudit and control strength\nOperational performance and productivity gains\nLeadership effectiveness and succession readiness\nAbout You\nBachelor’s degree required; 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