James Kehoe is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at FIS, a global leader in financial services technology. With over 25 years of experience in finance-related positions, Kehoe has held significant roles at major companies such as Walgreens Boots Alliance, Takeda Pharmaceutical, and Kraft Foods Group. His extensive background and strategic, results-driven leadership style contribute to FIS's growth and transformation efforts.
Who is the CFO of FIS?
James Kehoe, the CFO at FIS, has an impressive professional background spanning over 25 years in finance-related positions across various countries, including Ireland, Germany, Italy, the U.S., Austria, Switzerland, and Canada. Before joining FIS, Kehoe held significant roles at major companies such as Walgreens Boots Alliance, where he served as the Executive Vice President and Global Chief Financial Officer, Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited as the Global CFO and Board Director, and Kraft Foods Group as the Executive Vice President and CFO. His extensive experience and leadership roles in large and international public companies have prepared him to make notable contributions to the financial industry, particularly in driving shareholder value and creating innovative business and financial strategies.
Work History
- FIS, Chief Financial Officer (August 2023 - Present)
- Walgreens Boots Alliance, EVP & Global Chief Financial Officer (June 2018 - August 2023)
- Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd, Board Director & Chief Financial Officer (June 2016 - May 2018)
- Kraft Foods Group, EVP Chief Financial Officer (January 2015 - January 2015)
- Mondelēz International, SVP Operating Excellence (January 2013 - January 2014)
- Kraft Foods Group Inc, Senior VP Corporate Finance (January 2012 - January 2013)
- Kraft Foods Inc, Senior VP Finance, Kraft Foods North America (January 2010 - January 2012)
- Kraft Foods Europe, Senior VP Finance & IS (January 2005 - January 2010)
- Kraft Foods Central European Region, VP Finance (January 2005 - January 2005)
Education History
James Kehoe's educational background includes a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Galway and a Master of Business Studies (Finance) from University College Dublin. These academic achievements have provided Kehoe with a strong foundation in finance and business, which has been instrumental in his successful career in various finance-related positions across major companies.
When did James Kehoe join FIS?
James Kehoe joined FIS as the Chief Financial Officer on August 21, 2023. Since then, he has been responsible for overseeing the company's financial operations, contributing to its growth and transformation efforts. Kehoe's extensive experience in finance-related positions across various countries and industries has prepared him to drive shareholder value and create innovative business and financial strategies at FIS.