Director - Business Transformation (Finance Transformation)

CrossCountry; California; Hybrid; USD 178,000 - 356,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking advisory firm as a Director in the Business Transformation practice, where you will leverage your extensive experience to guide clients through finance strategy and operational excellence. This pivotal role involves leading large-scale finance transformation programs, fostering collaboration, and driving innovation to achieve client goals. You will be part of a dynamic leadership team that values collaboration and creativity, ensuring a positive experience for both clients and employees. If you are passionate about making a significant impact in the finance sector, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare options

401(k) with company matching

Generous parental leave

Technology stipends

Wellness reimbursement programs

Qualifications

• 15+ years in consulting and finance transformation.
• Expertise in project management and leading large-scale initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality consulting services for finance transformations.
• Lead multi-year programs and manage project teams effectively.

Skills

Consulting

Finance Transformation

Project Management

CFO Advisory

ERP Systems

Lean/Six-Sigma

Business Development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree in Business or Finance

Tools

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

Enterprise Performance Management (EPM)

Job description

From the beginning, our goal was to establish an advisory firm that stands apart from the rest – one that is grounded in our Core Values and dedicated to creating a positive experience not just for our clients, but for our people too. We firmly believe in the strength of collaboration, enthusiasm, generosity, and perseverance as the driving forces behind our success. With advisory solutions spanning accounting and risk, technology-enabled transformation, and transactions, we partner with our clients to solve today’s challenges and deliver present and future value.

Our commitment to our people has earned us numerous awards including Inc5000's Fastest Growing Companies and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work. Explore what our employees have to say about our unique culture by clicking here.

By joining our rapidly growing Business Transformation practice, you will serve as a trusted partner to our clients. You’ll bring your first-hand experience, unique perspectives, and functional knowledge to deliver tailored integrated solutions that help our clients solve today's challenges and set the foundation for future success.

As a Director, you will serve as a member of our leadership team to create, develop, and build our presence in the West Coast market. You will play a pivotal role in guiding our Office of the CFO clients through the complexities of Finance strategy, operating model design and F&A operations. You will leverage your expertise to help organizations align their performance improvement and technology initiatives with their business goals, drive innovation, and achieve operational excellence. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership capabilities and a deep understanding of finance function and industry leading practices.

What You'll Do:

• Client Delivery (~50%)
• Deliver high-quality consulting services with a focus on fact-driven, solution-oriented outcomes that meet CrossCountry’s standards.
• Lead large, multi-year Finance Transformation programs, overseeing project teams and adapting to evolving client needs for operational and change initiatives.
• Apply automation and foster cross-department collaboration on large-scale programs, including change management strategies.
• Strategically plan finance functions with C-Suite executives, building Organizational Level Strategic Roadmaps for CFO Organizations.
• Conduct finance and accounting assessments, including finance strategy, business case development, roadmap planning, core process evaluations (e.g., Account-to-Report, Purchase-to-Pay, Contract-to-Cash), and FP&A functions.
• Develop and implement Finance operating models that align with business objectives and drive efficiency
• Lead identification and assessment of business issues, involving complex analysis of varied factors.
• Oversee projects across the project lifecycle from current state evaluation, gap analysis, requirements gathering, future state design, and implementation across the organizational, process, technology (financial systems) and data dimensions.
• Oversee client accounts, projects, and engagements, managing work plans, staffing, deadlines, and budgets throughout lifecycle phases.

• Practice Leadership (~15%)
• Lead within our Business Transformation service line, driving strategic initiatives around process, technology, internal controls, change management, and project management for CFO-oriented transformations.
• Manage client engagements, maintaining strong relationships with senior client personnel and ensuring high-quality deliverables and client satisfaction.
• Mentor team members by coaching colleagues, providing regular ongoing feedback and annual performance reviews, and helping project teams resolve multi-faceted issues.
• Actively contribute to talent acquisition and retention efforts, participating in attracting, interviewing, and hiring top talent who embody our core values.
• Support the practice’s strategic direction by proactively monitoring industry trends, identifying emerging opportunities, and evaluating potential impacts.

• Business Development (~35%)
• Identify and lead business development opportunities to win new clients and expand services at existing clients. Market a full range of services to prospective clients including using your existing relationships to generate new opportunities.
• Support market opportunities identified by business developers or other leaders within CrossCountry with client delivery or sector specific expertise.
• Foster a culture of growth and business development, serving as a thought leader in the market.

What You'll Bring:

• 15+ years of applicable consulting, CFO Advisory, Finance Transformation, or relevant industry experience.
• 10+ years of advanced program or project management experience, with expertise in organizing, planning, and executing multiple large-scale projects from definition to implementation.
• Prior experience in professional services (public accounting or advisory firm), preferably at a large, global accounting firm or with a management consulting firm.
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and/or Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) – system selection, design, implementation.
• Demonstrated track record of establishing credibility both internally and externally.
• Proven leader with the ability to foster an environment of collaboration and excellence.
• Passionate about building, developing, motivating, and leading others.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to think from a “big picture” perspective.
• Lean or Six-Sigma training or methodology experience.
• Target Operating Model (TOM) experience.

Travel:

• Willingness to travel domestically up to 20%-30% (varies by client).
• Availability to work on client site or in office 3 days a week, with 2 days remote (hybrid environment)

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Accounting, Business, Finance, Information Systems, or other technical disciplines; Master’s degree or post graduate degree from a college or university is preferred

$178,000 - $356,000 a year For applicants located in San Francisco, CA and Seattle, WA CrossCountry Consulting is required to include an estimate of the compensation range for this role. The following range takes into account a wide range of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, education, licenses, certifications, business needs, and internal equity. An estimate of the current range is $178,000 - $356,000 per year + annual bonus + additional benefits.

For applicants located in San Francisco, CA and Seattle, WA CrossCountry Consulting is required to include an estimate of the compensation range for this role. The following range takes into account a wide range of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, education, licenses, certifications, business needs, and internal equity. An estimate of the current range is $169,000 - $332,000 per year + annual bonus + additional benefits.

Benefits Summary

The CrossCountry total rewards package includes comprehensive healthcare options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; and a 401(k) with company matching. Additionally, employees can take advantage of generous parental and maternity leave policies, technology stipends, and wellness reimbursement programs, all designed to support both professional growth and personal well-being. For detailed information about benefits at CrossCountry, please visit our dedicated benefits site: https://www.crosscountry-consulting.com/careers/benefits/.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

CrossCountry provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and believes that respect and fair treatment are critical to creating a productive and inclusive workplace.

As an equal opportunity employer, CrossCountry is fully committed to comply with all federal, state, and local laws and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, genetics, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression or any other protected characteristic. The company also complies with pay transparency and labor laws applicable to all terms and conditions of employment.