Sr. Director - FP&A SystemsLocation: Irvine, CA or Santa Clara, CA (Onsite)
Employment Type: Permanent
Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced
Sr. Director - FP&A Systems to lead the strategy, implementation, and modernization of enterprise Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) systems. This executive will partner closely with Finance and IT leadership to drive digital transformation, enable data-driven decision-making, and deliver scalable planning solutions across the organization.
Key Responsibilities- Define and execute the enterprise FP&A systems strategy aligned with business objectives.
- Lead the modernization of FP&A platforms, including OneStream, Power BI, Databricks, and ERP integrations.
- Drive a GenAI-first approach to planning, forecasting, financial analysis, and executive reporting.
- Identify and implement AI use cases such as predictive forecasting, scenario planning, variance analysis, and automated executive insights.
- Partner with data science and engineering teams to deploy AI solutions with appropriate governance and security.
- Manage and continuously enhance the global FP&A technology ecosystem, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.
- Lead enterprise-wide finance transformation initiatives from strategy through execution.
- Establish governance frameworks, delivery standards, and continuous improvement processes.
- Serve as the primary technology partner for Finance and FP&A leadership.
- Build, mentor, and lead high-performing global teams.
- Manage vendor relationships, technology budgets (OpEx/CapEx), and strategic portfolios.
- Provide executive-level reporting on project health, risks, business value, and delivery progress.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Finance, IT, PMO, Security, Infrastructure, HR, and Legal.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 10-15+ years of experience in IT, Enterprise Applications, or Finance Systems.
- Strong experience supporting FP&A and Corporate Finance organizations.
- Proven experience leading large-scale global technology transformation programs.
- Hands-on expertise with OneStream (preferred), ERP platforms, and enterprise finance applications.
- Experience with Power BI, Databricks, APIs, middleware, and enterprise integrations.
- Practical experience implementing Generative AI and AI-driven automation within finance processes.
- Strong understanding of AI governance, explainability, and responsible AI practices.
- Demonstrated success building and leading global teams.
- Excellent executive communication, stakeholder management, and strategic leadership skills.
- Experience supporting global finance organizations within the semiconductor or high-tech industry is highly preferred.
Preferred Skills- Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
- Enterprise Performance Management (EPM)
- OneStream
- Power BI
- Databricks
- ERP Integrations
- Finance Digital Transformation
- AI & Analytics
- Annual Operating Planning (AOP)
- Long-Range Planning (LRP)
- Executive Reporting
- Program & Portfolio Management
- Cloud Technologies
Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate is a strategic technology leader with extensive experience in enterprise finance systems, digital transformation, and AI-driven innovation. They have a proven track record of leading global teams, delivering complex enterprise initiatives, and partnering with executive stakeholders to modernize FP&A capabilities and drive measurable business value.
