Director Of Finance And Accounting Systems

Overview

• Lead the strategic transformation of finance and accounting systems for a forward-thinking professional services firm.
• Collaborate across departments to implement innovative solutions enhancing operational efficiency and data reliability.
• Manage a dynamic team, fostering performance and collaboration in a hybrid work environment.
• Drive the adoption of automation and emerging technologies to streamline processes and ensure compliance.
• Ensure alignment of financial systems with cybersecurity standards and internal controls.
• Provide leadership in budgeting, vendor management, and resource allocation to maximize organizational value.
• Develop and execute transformation roadmaps aligned with organizational goals and industry best practices.
• Support strategic decision-making through advanced analytics and reporting tools implementation.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Act as a strategic advisor to leadership, driving modernization of financial systems and reporting capabilities.
• Lead systems transformation initiatives, including roadmap development and disciplined execution of technology programs.
• Oversee core finance systems, ensuring operational reliability and data integrity.
• Coordinate system enhancements, upgrades, and operational support with IT and external vendors.
• Evaluate and implement automation and emerging technologies to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Manage technology-related budgets, vendor contracts, and resource allocation effectively.
• Define and monitor operational performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.
• Lead training programs and change management efforts for successful system adoption.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Accounting, or Finance required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in systems implementation, business analysis, or project management.
• Preferred experience within a professional services environment.
• Strong knowledge of financial systems and ERP platforms like Aderant Expert.
• Proficiency in data analytics tools such as Power BI and Tableau.
• Advanced technical skills including T-SQL, Excel formulas, and Python.
• Knowledge of data governance frameworks and cybersecurity best practices.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management credential preferred.