Marc Moll, CPA
Chief Financial Officer | North America at LIPTON Teas and Infusions
Professional Overview
Marc Moll is an accomplished finance executive with over 15 years of experience in the consumer goods and retail industries. As the Chief Financial Officer for North America at LIPTON Teas and Infusions, he is responsible for providing strategic financial leadership and driving operational efficiency to support the company's growth and profitability across the region.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the CFO for North America at LIPTON Teas and Infusions, Marc oversees all financial operations, including financial planning and analysis, treasury management, risk management, and compliance. He has been instrumental in implementing data-driven decision-making processes, streamlining financial reporting, and optimizing working capital. Under his leadership, the North American division has achieved significant improvements in profitability and cash flow.
Career Progression
Prior to joining LIPTON, Marc served as the Vice President of Finance for North America at The Estée Lauder Companies Inc., where he played a key role in integrating the company's finance functions and driving cost optimization initiatives. Before that, he held leadership positions at Philips, including Head of Finance for the Personal Health division in North America and Head of Finance Transformation for the Asia Pacific region. Earlier in his career, Marc gained valuable experience as a Management Intern in the Finance and Operations department at Heineken's Africa operations.
Academic Background
Marc holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). He has also completed executive leadership programs at renowned business schools, further honing his strategic and management capabilities.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial planning and analysis
- Treasury management and cash flow optimization
- Risk management and internal controls
- Cross-functional integration and organizational transformation
- Strategic decision-making and data-driven insights
- Talent development and team leadership
Professional Impact
- Spearheaded the implementation of a new financial reporting system, resulting in a 25% reduction in monthly close times and improved data accuracy at The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.
- Drove a comprehensive finance transformation initiative at Philips' Asia Pacific region, leading to a 20% improvement in working capital efficiency and a 15% reduction in operating costs.
- Played a key role in the successful integration of the finance functions following Philips' acquisition of Dräger's patient monitoring business in North America.
Conclusion
With his extensive finance expertise, strategic mindset, and proven track record of driving operational excellence, Marc Moll is well-positioned to continue making a significant impact as the Chief Financial Officer for North America at LIPTON Teas and Infusions. His ability to leverage data-driven insights, foster cross-functional collaboration, and develop high-performing teams make him a valuable asset in driving the company's growth and profitability in the region.