Head of Finance Transformation and Systems

Under executive direction, leads the strategic vision, governance, and execution of Finance technology, data, operational transformation, and process excellence initiatives. In close partnership with other Finance areas, responsible for driving the modernization of the Finance organization through optimization of financial systems, enterprise data management, business process transformation, and emerging technology adoption, including artificial intelligence. Oversees the Finance Systems Solutions and Finance Process Innovation teams, ensuring the alignment of technology, processes, data, and organizational capabilities with business objectives. Serves as a key strategic partner to the Chief Accounting Officer, Chief Financial Officer, senior Finance leadership, Technology leadership, and enterprise stakeholders to deliver scalable, efficient, and future-ready financial operations.

Responsibilities

Establish and execute the long-term Finance transformation strategy, roadmap, and operating model; Provide executive oversight of all Finance systems and applications; Establish system governance, ownership models, and strategic system roadmaps; Provide executive oversight of the Finance PMO; Establish governance frameworks for prioritization, execution, monitoring, and reporting of strategic initiatives; Lead enterprise Finance process improvement programs across all functional areas; Work closely with Technology division to develop and execute the Finance AI strategy and adoption roadmap; Establish responsible AI governance practices; Lead multiple leaders responsible for systems, PMO, and transformation functions; Develop organizational capabilities, succession plans, and leadership pipelines; Attract, develop, and retain top talent

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field required; Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in finance transformation, financial systems, process improvement, technology, consulting, or related functions; Minimum 8 years of leadership experience managing large teams and senior leaders; Demonstrated experience leading enterprise technology implementations, process transformation initiatives, and organizational change programs; Experience overseeing large project portfolios and PMO functions

Nice to have

Experience within financial services or a highly regulated industry

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance and accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave); parental leave