Jeffrey Sesplankis

Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) @ Diebold Nixdorf

About

I’m a global finance leader and CAO with CFO capabilities and Controller experience who steers change across Big 4 auditing and consulting enterprises and diverse public companies in the US, EU and LatAm. As a C-suite partner, I engage at all strategic levels to drive success and make what can be complex simple to digest. Leveraging my deep cross functional knowledge and sharp analytical acumen and foresight, I’ve led large-scale transformations, ensuring integration and IPO readiness, restructurings, and mergers. Building teams, uniting people around common goals, and fostering collaboration up and down the chain comes naturally. I approach challenges and change with an open mind, and sense of inclusivity and authenticity, and have always been intentional about deepening my impact – on companies and their people. Relocating multiple times in the US, and to Switzerland, has made me very nimble and highly adaptable, and appreciate all that it takes to knit together various work cultures. Being on assignment in Switzerland during my years at Ernst & Young spurred my sense of curiosity and agility that changed the course of my life and career. Ever since, I’ve sought out opportunities to learn about new industries (consumer products, automotive, and industrial), increase scale (history at $2-$70B organizations) and expand my leadership impact.

Country

United States

City

Atlanta

Industry

Consumer Goods

Skill

Corporate Accounting, Global Finance, Business Transformation, Tax Accounting, Shared Service Center, Global Assignments, Global Management, Global Strategy, Board Relations, Board of Directors, Audit Committee, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Enterprise Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Financial Statements, Certified Public Accounting, Operations Management, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Spin-offs, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

Experience

Chief Accounting Officer (CAO)

Diebold Nixdorf

2025 - Present · 1 yr

Atlanta, GA

VP, Accounting & Treasury – Americas

Fluidra

2024 - 2025 · 1 yr

Atlanta, GA

Serves as a key member of the America’s Executive Finance Leadership Team and directs a team in charge of all accounting and treasury matters, including technical consultations, closing related processes as well as implementing and maintaining a system of internal controls to ensure compliance with financial policies (i.e., IFRS and US GAAP). Additionally orchestrates relationships with key North American banks and financial institutions, overseeing the region’s cash flow and liquidity.

Chief Accounting Officer (CAO)

Newell Brands

2021 - 2024 · 3 yrs

Atlanta, GA

Executive Finance Leadership Team Member responsible for preparation and authorization of Annual (10K) and Quarterly (10Q) Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) filings. Collaborated with Audit Committee of Board of Directors as main contact for accounting and reporting matters, and managed External Auditor and other third-party vendor relationships. Chair of Disclosure Committee working cross functionally with Senior leaders in Finance, Legal, HR, and Corporate Development. Reported to CFO.

Chief Accounting Officer & Global Shared Service Leader

Delphi

2017 - 2020 · 3 yrs

Detroit, MI

Served as key leader in the 2017 parent company spinoff into a publicly traded company and 2020 integration efforts following acquisition. Held day to day oversight of global accounting activities and reporting including 10K and 10Q SEC filings. Engaged with Audit Committee; presented and managed key director relationships. Directed the Global Shared Service function team of ~150. Reported to CFO.

Global Divisional Powertrain Controller

Delphi

2015 - 2017 · 2 yrs

Detroit, MI

Responsible for Global Divisional accounting activities. Collaborated with Divisional CFO on accounting impact of commercial and other business-related topics for current period results and forecast. Member of the Controllership Leadership Team and managed a team of ~10.

Interim Chief Audit Executive | Internal Audit Services Director

Delphi

2014 - 2015 · 1 yr

Detroit, MI

Steered global team of 45+ with significant budget. Oversaw Enterprise Risk Management program, acted as main audit liaison on US GAAP/PCAOB regulations, and presented routinely to Senior Leadership/Audit Committee.

Executive – Chrysler Corporate Accounting

Stellantis

2012 - 2013 · 1 yr

Chrysler Group, Detroit, MI

Reviewed and analyzed Chrysler’s largest, most complex contracts and transaction structures. Researched and documented significant accounting matters and accounting standards, consulting with executive management on insights and implications under US GAAP and IFRS. Key contact for external auditors in addressing important accounting matters.

Senior Manager, Global Professional Practice Department

2011 - 2012 · 1 yr

Cleveland, OH

Contributed to development of audit process enhancements and implementation of professional auditing standards. Advised on process improvement and solution development on a variety of topics including enhancement of internal controls and adoption of new accounting standards.

Senior Manager, Audit | Expat

2007 - 2011 · 4 yrs

Zürich Area, Switzerland

Selected by leadership to head strategic assignment as part of Audit executive team, managing $25M audit and non-audit fees serving one of EY’s largest industrial product audit clients. Subject matter expert for Zurich on US GAAP, SEC, and PCAOB. Managed diverse team of ~20 people from multiple countries and 50+ teams globally.