NetApp

Director, Finance Process Transformation

NetApp$196K — $270K *
Finance & Insurance
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Deep expertise in Finance and Accounting processes, particularly Order-to-Cash and related systems.
  • Experience leading large-scale finance transformation programs.
  • Ability to develop business cases and define success metrics for value realization.
  • Strong grasp of finance systems, data analytics, and AI-enabled improvements.
  • Track record of managing complex projects in fast-paced settings.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, especially with senior leadership.
  • Analytical mindset capable of structuring ambiguous tasks.

Responsibilities

  • Lead transformation of core Finance processes, focusing on scalability and efficiency.
  • Manage Integration Management Office for mergers and acquisitions.
  • Collaborate with Finance leadership to define future-state processes and AI capabilities.
  • Enhance data analytics and reporting capabilities within Finance.
  • Establish and communicate metrics to measure transformation success.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and life insurance coverage.
  • Retirement or pension plans.
  • Paid time off and various leave options.
  • Performance-based incentives and bonuses.
  • Employee stock purchase plan and restricted stock units (RSUs).
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Finance Director to lead strategic initiatives that modernize and scale Finance processes. While the initial focus will be Order-to-Cash end-to-end process transformation, this role carries a broader Finance Transformation mandate, driving optimization across core finance processes and leading high-impact strategic projects such as M&A integration.

This is a highly visible role requiring strong project leadership, deep finance and accounting process knowledge, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. Depending on scope, the role may include working with the Finance PMO to deliver the critical finance process transformation initiatives, or building a small internal team and/or managing third-party consultants.

** This is a hybrid role requiring in office expectations of 3x a week. Only candidates in commutable distance to our San Jose, CA or Raleigh, NC office will be considered. **

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end transformation of core Finance processes including Order-to-Cash, and other core Finance processes, by defining future-state processes, controls, operating models, and business requirements that improve scalability, efficiency, compliance, and business outcomes.
  • Lead Integration Management Office efforts for mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives, establishing governance, coordinating cross-functional execution, managing risks and dependencies, and driving achievement of transaction objectives.
  • Partner with Finance leadership and the Finance AI COE, Finance PMO, and other stakeholders to define future-state processes, data, technology, and AI capabilities that advance the Finance transformation roadmap.
  • Partner with Finance process owners and stakeholders to strengthen data analytics and reporting capabilities in support of Finance transformation objectives.
  • Define, manage, and communicate transformation success metrics, ensuring initiatives deliver measurable business outcomes through value realization, process improvement, and sustained adoption.


Skills and Education

  • Deep expertise in Finance and Accounting processes, including experience with Order-to-Cash and related systems (Oracle ERP, CPQ, billing platforms).
  • Demonstrated success leading enterprise-scale finance transformation programs and complex cross-functional initiatives.
  • Experience developing business cases, defining success metrics, and driving value realization.
  • Strong understanding of finance systems, data, analytics, automation, and AI-enabled process improvement.
  • Proven track record managing complex, large-scale projects and delivering results in fast-paced environments.
  • Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills with senior leadership; ability to juggle multiple priorities.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to translate ambiguity into structured plans.
  • Exposure to AI-enabled finance tools and advanced analytics.
  • Knowledge of US GAAP, SOX compliance, and effective control frameworks.
  • Minimum of 12 years of related experience.
  • CPA certification a plus.

Compensation:
The target salary range for this position is 196,350 - 270,000 USD. The salary offered will be determined by the candidate's location, qualifications, experience, and education and may be outside of this range. Final compensation packages are competitive and in line with industry standards, reflecting a variety of factors, and include a comprehensive benefits package. This may cover Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement or Pension Plans, Paid Time Off, various Leave options, Performance-Based Incentives, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU's), with all offerings subject to regional variations and governed by local laws, regulations, and company policies. Benefits may vary by country and region, and further details will be provided as part of the recruitment process.

About NetApp

NetApp is a global cloud-led, data-centric software company that empowers organizations to lead with data in the age of accelerated digital transformation. The company provides systems, software and cloud services that enable them to run their applications optimally from data center to cloud, whether they are developing in the cloud, moving to the cloud, or creating their own cloud-like experiences on premises. With solutions that perform across diverse environments, NetApp helps organizations build their own data fabric and securely deliver the right data, services and applications to the right people?anytime, anywhere. Learn more at www.netapp.com.
Learn more about NetApp
Size
12,000 employees
Market Cap
$12.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$592 million
Founded
1992
5 Year Trend
+2.8%
Revenue
$5.5 billion
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