Director of Finance Transformation, Financial Planning

Autodesk; Canada; Remote; CAD 247,000 - 401,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software company is seeking a Director of Finance Transformation in Canada to modernize financial planning and forecasting processes. The role involves leading a team, working with cross-functional partners, and implementing EPM tools. Candidates should have extensive experience in finance and team leadership, with a strong focus on communication and analytical skills. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Health benefits

Financial benefits

Flexible time off

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in finance-related or planning systems roles.
• Proven ability to lead high-performing teams in complex environments.
• Experience with Agile, Lean, or similar development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of finance experts to drive planning and forecasting.
• Partner with stakeholders for process improvement and model optimization.
• Ensure effective communication across Autodesk regarding planning initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Team Collaboration

Agile methodology

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

EPM tools

Financial modeling software

Job description

Position Overview

The Director of Finance Transformation, Financial Planning will lead the modernization of Autodesk’s forecasting and planning processes and technology. This role will drive transformation across Autodesk Finance through cross-functional collaboration, overseeing a team responsible for delivering enhancements related to EPM (Enterprise Performance Management) tools, and leveraging AI-driven models that support financial analysis, forecasting, and planning. The Director will ensure scalable, efficient, and high-impact planning capabilities aligned with Autodesk's strategic objectives, including implementing industry standard drivers to speed up the forecasting process.

The next Director will bring a deep understanding of finance and strong knowledge of financial planning processes, with a proven ability to influence and advise on optimization and automation opportunities. They will excel at translating business needs into solutions for highly technical teams and will have broad exposure to EPM solutions used across the technology sector. This role reports to Vice President of Finance Transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of finance subject matter experts, model builders, architects, and analysts.
• Coach and guide the team to strengthen both financial acumen and EPM tool capabilities.
• Apply software development and lifecycle management best practices to financial modeling activities.
• Partner with stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvement, model optimization, and data management enhancements.
• Define and monitor performance metrics for application usage, maintenance, and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with Finance teams, including COO Finance (Sales Finance) and Corporate and Product FP&A teams, to implement best-in-class forecasting and planning initiatives.
• Serve as the primary representative for planning and forecasting across Autodesk, ensuring clear and consistent communication of initiatives, progress, and outcomes.
• Align efforts with internal partners in Digital Platforms & Experience, Enterprise Services, and Sales.

Minimum Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in finance-related or planning systems roles.
• Strong leadership in mentoring, coaching, and collaboration; a trusted leader for planning and forecasting application teams. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams in complex, iterative environments.
• Deep understanding of enterprise-level financial planning and forecasting processes.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to synthesize abstract concepts into actionable solutions.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to adapt messaging for both technical and business audiences.
• Comfort navigating a landscape of stakeholders with competing or shifting priorities.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Management Information Systems, Business Operations, or a related field (master’s degree preferred); equivalent experience considered.
• Experience working in Agile, Lean, or similar development methodologies.
• Proven ability to manage operational responsibilities such as vendor contracts, performance management, and cross-functional coordination.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior leadership of planning and forecasting-focused teams, including familiarity with application certifications and community best practices.
• Technical experience with enterprise systems and data integration, including design and implementation of scalable solutions.
• Background in consulting, stakeholder management, and transformation leadership.
• Knowledge of the software subscription business model and planning requirements in a technology company context.
• Track record of successfully delivering high-impact, high-visibility initiatives within defined timelines.
• Experience managing technical debt and maintaining sustainable, agile model development environments.
• Familiarity with Lean product development principles, including flow optimization, simplification, and context management.

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About Autodesk

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Benefits

From health and financial benefits to time away and everyday wellness, we give Autodeskers the best, so they can do their best work. Learn more about our benefits in the U.S. by visiting https://benefits.autodesk.com/

Salary transparency

Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $177,800 and $287,650. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

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