Director, Finance Transformation & Business IntelligencePosition SummaryThe Director, Finance Transformation & Business Intelligence will lead the modernization of Finance by driving process transformation, automation, business intelligence, and data-driven decision-making. This role partners closely with the Global Controller, Director of FP&A, IT, Operations, and executive leadership to improve processes, enhance reporting, optimize financial systems, and build scalable capabilities that support business growth.
Unlike traditional Accounting or FP&A leadership roles, this position focuses on how Finance operates-improving systems, processes, reporting, analytics, and organizational effectiveness-while enabling finance leaders to focus on strategic business support and stewardship.
Key ResponsibilitiesFinance Transformation- Lead redesign and improvement of finance and accounting processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
- Develop and execute a multi-year Finance Transformation roadmap.
- Reduce manual work and spreadsheet dependency through standardization and automation.
- Establish governance for finance processes, reporting standards, and data definitions.
- Drive continuous improvement across finance operations.
Reporting & Business Intelligence- Enhance management reporting, KPI dashboards, and executive reporting.
- Define meaningful financial and operational performance metrics with business leaders.
- Improve reporting quality through BI tools and standardized data sources.
- Strengthen data governance to ensure accuracy, consistency, and trust in reporting.
- Deliver insights that support strategic decision-making.
Planning & Performance Management- Support improvements to budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
- Partner with FP&A to enhance forecasting methods and financial models.
- Improve visibility into business performance through standardized reporting and KPIs.
Systems, Automation & Technology- Identify and implement automation opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort.
- Partner with IT to enhance ERP functionality, data integration, and reporting platforms.
- Support ERP and business intelligence enhancements.
- Evaluate and recommend finance technology solutions, including AI-enabled tools.
Change Management & Organizational Effectiveness- Lead change management for new processes, systems, and operating models.
- Develop communication, training, and adoption strategies to ensure sustainable change.
- Build a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and data-driven decision-making.
- Mentor finance team members and support capability development.
Cross-Functional Leadership- Lead cross-functional initiatives across Finance, IT, Operations, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams.
- Align stakeholders to improve business processes and enterprise reporting.
- Influence outcomes across the organization without direct authority.
Qualifications- Strong business acumen with ability to translate data into actionable insights.
- Proven experience leading finance transformation and enterprise improvement initiatives.
- Experience implementing automation and improving reporting efficiency.
- Strong analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent executive communication and influencing skills.
- Experience driving organizational change and technology adoption.
- Strong understanding of finance operations, BI, and enterprise systems.
Experience- 10-15 years of progressive experience in Finance, FP&A, Finance Transformation, BI, or Financial Systems.
- Experience leading enterprise finance transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Experience with financial planning, reporting, and analytics solutions.
- Experience driving finance automation and process improvement.
- Experience working cross-functionally with Operations, Commercial, IT, and Executive Leadership.
- Experience with ERP and BI platforms.
- JD Edwards (JDE) experience strongly preferred.
- Experience with tools such as Power BI, OneStream, Hyperion, or Anaplan preferred.
- Manufacturing and private equity-backed experience preferred.
Education- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field required.
- MBA or advanced degree preferred.
Preferred Certifications- Lean Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt)
- PMP certification
- Prosci or Change Management certification
- CPA, CMA, or similar finance certification a plus
