Neogen

Director - Finance Transformation

Neogen$120K — $150K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; MBA, CPA, or equivalent preferred.
  • 8-12+ years in finance, finance transformation, or related roles.
  • Experience leading complex initiatives in a global or matrixed organization.
  • Strong grasp of finance processes, systems, controls, and reporting.
  • Ability to convert business needs into actionable, scalable solutions.
  • Proficient in leadership, stakeholder management, and program delivery.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with Finance leadership to shape and execute the finance transformation roadmap.
  • Lead comprehensive transformation initiatives, overseeing project planning and governance.
  • Act as a subject matter expert on core finance processes like FP&A and compliance.
  • Provide guidance on future operating models and automation strategies.
  • Work with IT and other teams to ensure alignment and realize value from transformations.
  • Support stakeholder engagement and readiness for changes through robust change management efforts.

Benefits

  • Standard benefits package for health, well-being, and work-life balance.
  • Opportunity to influence and modernize a key enterprise function at a senior level.
  • Collaborative work environment valuing cross-functional partnerships and continuous improvement.
  • Engagement in meaningful work that drives growth and data-informed decisions.
Full Job Description
Are you a strategic finance leader with a passion for transformation, governance, and measurable business impact? We are seeking a Director, Finance Transformation to lead enterprise-wide initiatives that modernize finance processes, systems, and operating models. In this senior leadership role, you will partner with Finance, IT, and cross-functional stakeholders to translate strategic priorities into scalable solutions that support growth, efficiency, and a more data-driven Finance function.

Key Responsibilities

  • Partner with Finance leadership to define, prioritize, and execute the finance transformation roadmap across the organization.
  • Lead end-to-end transformation initiatives, including project planning, timelines, deliverables, governance structures, reporting cadence, and decision-making frameworks.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert across core finance processes, including FP&A, accounting, reporting, controls, and compliance alignment.
  • Advise on future-state operating models, process redesign, automation opportunities, systems enablement, and scalable solution design.
  • Collaborate with IT, Operations, Commercial, and global business teams to drive alignment, adoption, and value realization.
  • Support change management efforts, including stakeholder engagement, communication, training, and implementation readiness.


Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field; MBA, CPA, or equivalent professional credential preferred.
  • 8-12+ years of progressive experience in finance, finance transformation, business transformation, or related roles.
  • Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives in a global or matrixed organization.
  • Strong understanding of finance processes, systems, controls, reporting, and operational best practices.
  • Proven ability to translate business requirements into practical, scalable solutions with measurable outcomes.
  • Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, communication, and program delivery skills.


What We Offer

  • A standard benefits package designed to support eligible employees' health, well-being, and work-life needs.
  • The opportunity to shape and modernize a critical enterprise function at a senior leadership level.
  • A collaborative environment where cross-functional partnership, disciplined execution, and continuous improvement are valued.
  • Meaningful work that supports business growth, operational scalability, and data-driven decision-making.

If you are ready to lead high-impact finance transformation initiatives and help build a more efficient, scalable, and globally aligned Finance function, we'd love to hear from you. Join our team and bring your expertise to a role where your leadership can create lasting organizational value.

About Neogen

Neogen Corporation is a publicly traded company that develops and markets products for food and animal safety. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Lansing, Michigan. Neogen's products include diagnostic test kits for foodborne pathogens, allergens, and drugs, as well as veterinary instruments and pharmaceuticals. The company's customers include food and beverage producers, animal producers, and veterinary clinics. Neogen has operations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, and Asia. The company has been recognized for its innovation and has received numerous awards for its products and services.
Learn more about Neogen
Size
1,841 employees
Market Cap
$3.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$60.2 million
Founded
1982
5 Year Trend
+8%
Revenue
$433.2 million
NASDAQ

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