AI Transformation Program Manager, Finance Transformation

Hubspot; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 124,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

HubSpot seeks an AI Transformation Program Manager in Finance Transformation to lead AI initiatives that automate Finance processes using agents, bots, and workflows. You’ll partner with Finance, Tech, and process teams to modernize core operations and unlock strategic capacity across the organization.

You’ll drive change management, define success metrics, and ensure governance aligned with SOX and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 6–10+ years of experience in Finance transformation, Finance operations, or program management.
• Experience leading AI-enabled or automation-focused implementations for Finance functions.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end Finance processes (P2P, QTC, Close, Payroll, SOX).
• Proven track record delivering large-scale transformation with measurable value.
• Strong project management, cross-functional coordination, and change management skills.
• Ability to translate AI capabilities into business outcomes and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a Finance AI roadmap with prioritization and business case development.
• Lead end-to-end Finance process automation initiatives using AI agents and robotic process automation.
• Conduct current-state analyses and identify automation opportunities with stakeholders.
• Gather, document, and validate detailed business requirements and BRDs.
• Lead cross-functional planning and deployment with AI Engineers and FinTech Specialists.
• Drive change management, including training and adoption strategies.
• Establish KPIs, measure ROI, and track time savings and accuracy improvements.
• Lead AI enablement and adoption across Finance with Learning & Development support.
• Identify risks and support governance with audit and SOX compliance.
• Partner with Finance Systems, Business Systems Engineering, and Data teams for integration.

Skills

Finance transformation

AI/Automation leadership

Process analysis

Stakeholder management

Change management

KPIs & ROI tracking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration

Master’s degree (nice-to-have)

Tools

Workday

NetSuite

Coupa

ServiceNow

FloQast

Job description

AI Transformation Program Manager, Finance Transformation

Finance

Remote - USA

Role Summary

Our mission at HubSpot is to help millions of organizations grow better. The AI Transformation Program Manager will be a key member of HubSpot’s Finance Transformation team, leading high-impact AI initiatives that automate Finance processes using AI agents, bots, and intelligent workflow solutions. You’ll work at the center of Finance, Technology, and functional process teams to modernize core Finance operations, reduce manual effort, and unlock strategic capacity across the Finance organization.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain a Finance AI roadmap, including opportunity sizing, prioritization, and business case development.
• Lead end-to-end Finance process automation initiatives using AI agents, bots, and intelligent workflow tools, with a focus on high-volume transactional areas such as invoice processing, contract lifecycle management, SOX testing, collections, accruals, and monthly close tasks.
• Conduct detailed current-state process analysis and Gemba walkthroughs, collaborating with functional stakeholders to identify inefficiencies and automation opportunities.
• Gather, document, and validate detailed business requirements, partnering with Finance teams to complete BRDs and facilitate clear scope definition for AI solution design, aligned with Transformation PM best practices.
• Lead cross-functional project planning, discovery, design, and implementation, collaborating with Technology teams, including AI Engineers, FinTech Integration Specialists, and RPA/Automation Specialists, to evaluate, select, and deploy AI solutions.
• Drive change management, including communication plans, stakeholder alignment, training, and adoption strategies to support successful rollouts of AI-enabled transformations.
• Establish KPIs and success metrics for automation initiatives, measure ROI, and track time savings, accuracy improvements, compliance enhancements, and reductions in manual workloads.
• Lead AI enablement and adoption efforts across Finance, partnering with Technology and Learning & Development teams to deliver targeted training and resources and working with HubSpot AI champions and external partners to exchange best practices and insights.
• Identify risks and support governance processes for Finance AI in partnership with audit and compliance teams, including data governance, solution approval frameworks, controls, regulatory and SOX compliance, audit documentation, and mitigation strategies.
• Partner with Finance Systems, Business Systems Engineering, and Data teams to support seamless integration of AI automation across systems such as Workday, NetSuite, Coupa, ServiceNow, FloQast, and other enterprise applications.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Information Systems, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 6–10+ years of experience in Finance transformation, Finance operations, program management, or technology-enabled process improvement roles.
• Demonstrated experience leading AI-enabled or automation-focused implementations, including AI agents, ML-driven tools, RPA, or workflow automation platforms, for Finance functions.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end Finance processes, particularly P2P, QTC, Accounting close, Payroll, and SOX, and the ability to quickly assess process gaps and automation potential.
• Proven track record of driving large-scale transformation initiatives from inception through implementation and delivering measurable results and value creation.
• Strong project management skills, with experience in cross-functional coordination, requirements documentation, roadmap planning, and managing dependencies and risks.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders, drive alignment across Finance and Technology teams, and manage change in complex environments.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical AI capabilities into business outcomes and process improvements.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Familiarity with AI and automation technologies, such as Workato Agentic AI, RPA, or AI tools embedded within Finance systems, including NetSuite, Anaplan, and Coupa.
• Knowledge of controls, compliance requirements, and governance frameworks for Finance technology implementations.

Where You’ll Work

• Location: United States
• Work location preference eligibility: Remote

Pay & Benefits

The cash compensation below includes base salary, on-target commission for employees in eligible roles, and annual bonus targets under HubSpot’s bonus plan for eligible roles. In addition to cash compensation, some roles are eligible to participate in HubSpot’s equity plan to receive restricted stock units (RSUs). Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay. Individual compensation packages are tailored to your skills, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

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Annual Cash Compensation Range: $123,600 — $197,800 USD

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About HubSpot

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