Pure Storage

AI & Automation Program Lead, Finance Transformation

Pure Storage$138K — $207K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years in business analysis, process improvement, or operations, ideally in finance or accounting.
  • 2+ years hands-on with automation, RPA, AI/ML, or workflow tools like Alteryx and Power Automate.
  • Skilled in mapping processes and identifying improvement areas through gap analysis.
  • Demonstrated success in designing and implementing automation or AI solutions within businesses.
  • Familiar with data integration, APIs, and databases including SQL and ETL.
  • Strong communication skills, adept at explaining technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Self-starter with a track record of leading initiatives independently, achieving measurable outcomes.
  • Experience with enterprise systems such as ERP and financial applications.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with cross-functional teams to identify automation and AI opportunities in finance processes.
  • Document current and future states and build business cases for automation initiatives.
  • Define a strategic roadmap for using automation tools and platforms aligned with corporate strategy.
  • Design and implement automation solutions to improve operational efficiency and data accuracy.
  • Act as a strategic advisor and hands-on executor for automation configurations and integrations.
  • Establish governance and controls for automated processes, ensuring compliance and documentation.
  • Train finance teams to effectively adopt and sustain automation solutions.
  • Continuously research and incorporate emerging trends in AI and automation into Everpure's practices.

Benefits

  • Celebration of innovation and critical thinking.
  • Support for personal and professional growth with a commitment to meaningful contributions.
  • Recognition as a top workplace, receiving accolades from Fortune and Great Place to Work®.
  • Flexible time off policy for work-life balance.
  • Wellness resources and company-sponsored team events to foster camaraderie.
Full Job Description
THE ROLE

At Everpure, we believe in harnessing the power of technology to elevate how we work. The Finance Transformation team is on a mission to modernize, streamline, and future-proof our finance and operational functions.

We are seeking a hands-on AI & Automation Program Lead, Finance Transformation. to drive our automation, AI, and process innovation efforts across the CAO (Chief Accounting Office) organization. This role requires a strong partnership mindset, working closely with business stakeholders to understand processes, identify opportunities, and deliver scalable automation and AI solutions that make a measurable impact.

If you enjoy collaborating across teams to solve operational challenges with technology, and want to take ownership of shaping our automation strategy, this role is for you.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As the AI & Automation Program Lead, Finance Transformation, you will own the AI and automation program for the CAO / Finance Transformation organization. You will:
  • Partner with cross functional teams within the CAO organization and the wider part of the CFO Org to reassess business processes and identify areas for automation and AI innovation. Collaborate with IT, data engineering, security, and infrastructure teams to ensure scalable, secure, and maintainable deployments.
  • Document current and future states, and build business cases (ROI, risk, cost/benefit) for automation initiatives.
  • Define a roadmap using tools, platforms, and technologies (e.g. RPA, low-code/no-code solutions, AI services, data integration tools) that align with the CFO strategies, Pure's enterprise architecture and landscape.
  • Design, prototype, and implement automation solutions (e.g. Alteryx, Power Automate, bots, scripts, integrations) to streamline processes, reduce manual work, and improve data accuracy.
  • Serve as both a strategic advisor and hands-on executor, capable of configuring tools, integrating APIs, or building automations as needed.
  • Establish and maintain governance, controls, and documentation around automated and AI processes (e.g. audit trails, exception handling).
  • Train and enable finance and business teams to adopt and sustain automation solutions.
  • Stay current on emerging AI and automation trends, tools, and best practices to continuously evolve Everpure's automation capabilities.

We are primarily an in-office environment and therefore, you will be expected to work from the Santa Clara, CA office in compliance with Everpure's policies, unless you are on PTO, or work travel, or other approved leave.

WHAT YOU BRING

We're looking for someone who can bridge business needs and technical capabilities. The right candidate is analytical, collaborative, and execution-focused.

Required / Core Competencies
  • 7+ years of experience in business analysis, process improvement, or operations, preferably within finance, accounting, or shared services.
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience with automation, RPA, AI/ML, or workflow tools (e.g. Alteryx, Power Automate, UiPath, scripting).
  • Strong ability to map processes, elicit requirements, and perform gap analyses to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Proven experience designing and implementing automation or AI solutions in a business environment.
  • Solid understanding of data integration, APIs, and databases (SQL, ETL).
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with a mastery of being able to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.
  • Self-starter with the ability to lead end-to-end initiatives independently and deliver measurable results.
  • Experience working with enterprise systems (ERP, billing, financial, or accounting systems).

Preferred / Nice to Have
  • Experience with RPA platforms (UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Blue Prism, Power Automate).
  • Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks or services (AWS SageMaker, Azure ML, Google Vertex, OpenAI APIs).
  • Knowledge of governance, controls, and audit considerations for automated processes in finance.
  • Experience supporting change management and training for technology adoption.
  • Exposure to finance transformation or shared services environments.

#LI-TH3, #LI-ONSITE

Salary ranges are determined based on role, level and location. For positions open to candidates in multiple geographical locations, the base salary range is reflective of the labor market across the applicable locations.

This role may be eligible for incentive pay and/or equity.

There is no application deadline and we accept applications on an ongoing basis until the job is filled.

The annual base salary range is:

$138,000-$207,000 USD

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:
  • Innovation: We celebrate those who think critically, like a challenge, and aspire to be trailblazers.
  • Growth: We give you the space and support to grow along with us and to contribute to something meaningful. We have been named Fortune's Best Workplaces in Technology™, Fortune's Best Workplaces in the Bay Area™, and certified as a Great Place to Work®!
  • Team: We build each other up and set aside ego for the greater good.

And because we understand the value of bringing your full and best self to work, we offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy balance, including flexible time off, wellness resources, and company-sponsored team events. Check out purebenefits.com for more information.

About Pure Storage

Pure Storage is a data storage company that provides all-flash storage solutions. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California. Pure Storage's products are designed to help businesses manage and store large amounts of data. The company has over 7,000 customers and operates in over 40 countries. Pure Storage went public in 2015 and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol PSTG.
Learn more about Pure Storage
Size
4,300 employees
Market Cap
$8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$282 million
Founded
2009
5 Year Trend
+24.2%
Revenue
$1.6 billion
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