Finance Transformation Program Lead

Eliassen Group; City of Albany (NY); Remote; USD 103,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Eliassen Group is seeking a Finance Transformation Program Lead to provide leadership and execution support for finance transformation initiatives. This remote role partners with Finance, Accounting, Tax, Data, and Technology teams to drive improvements, optimize systems, and improve operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate combines finance transformation expertise with business analysis, program management, and cross-functional delivery—hands-on in requirements gathering, process design,

Qualifications

• 10+ years leading Finance Transformation or related programs.
• Experience managing large cross-functional initiatives within complex organizations.
• Deep understanding of revenue recognition, O2C, tax operations, and financial controls.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• Consulting experience within large enterprise environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple finance transformation initiatives across Accounting, Tax, FP&A, Data, and Technology teams.
• Drive projects related to Revenue Recognition, O2C, and Global Indirect Tax transformation.
• Assess current-state finance processes, systems, controls, and operating models to identify improvement opportunities.
• Define practical future-state solutions and transformation roadmaps aligned to business objectives.
• Develop detailed project plans, governance structures, milestones, and accountability frameworks.
• Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders and facilitate decision-making across business and technology teams.
• Lead process optimization focused on efficiency, scalability, compliance, and operational excellence.
• Partner with Finance and Technology teams to improve data quality, reporting capabilities, and system effectiveness.
• Monitor project risks, dependencies, and change impacts while ensuring timely delivery.
• Establish metrics and KPIs to measure program success and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Finance transformation

Program management

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/IS/Business/CS

Master's degree preferred

Certifications such as PMP/CPA/CMA/CBAP

Job description

Finance Transformation Program Lead

Anywhere

Type: Consulting

Category: Program/Project Management

Industry: Communications

Workplace Type: Remote

Standard Hours: Open

Reference ID: JN -092026-108812

Date Posted: 09/28/2026

Shortcut: http://careers.eliassen.com/lw9bKo

Description

Remote

We are seeking an experienced Finance Transformation Program Lead to provide leadership and execution support for critical finance transformation initiatives. This role will partner with Finance, Accounting, Tax, Data, and Technology teams to drive process improvements, systems optimization, operational efficiency, and organizational change across a complex global environment.

The ideal candidate combines strong finance transformation expertise with a background in business analysis, program management, and cross-functional delivery. This individual must be able to operate strategically while remaining hands‑on in requirements gathering, process design, stakeholder management, and execution.

We can facilitate w2 and corp-to-corp consultants. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $75.00 to $85.00/hr. w2

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple finance transformation initiatives across Accounting, Tax, FP&A, Data, and Technology teams.
• Drive projects related to Revenue Recognition, Order-to-Cash (O2C) process improvements, and Global Indirect Tax transformation.
• Assess current-state finance processes, systems, controls, and operating models to identify improvement opportunities.
• Define practical future-state solutions and transformation roadmaps aligned to business objectives.
• Develop detailed project plans, governance structures, milestones, and accountability frameworks.
• Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders and facilitate decision‑making across business and technology teams.
• Lead process optimization efforts focused on efficiency, scalability, compliance, and operational excellence.
• Partner with Finance and Technology teams to improve data quality, reporting capabilities, and system effectiveness.
• Monitor project risks, dependencies, and change impacts while ensuring timely delivery of objectives.
• Establish metrics and KPIs to measure program success and drive continuous improvement.

Experience Requirements

• 10+ years leading Finance Transformation, Finance Operations, or Enterprise Transformation programs.
• Proven experience managing large-scale, cross‑functional initiatives within complex organizations.
• Deep understanding of finance and accounting processes, including Revenue Recognition, Order‑to‑Cash, Financial Controls, Tax Operations, and Financial Reporting.
• Strong project and program management capabilities with a record of successful execution.
• Experience working directly with senior Finance and Accounting leaders.
• Ability to quickly assess business challenges, establish priorities, and execute practical solutions.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• Preferred: experience in global digital, subscription, streaming, media, or entertainment businesses.
• Preferred: background in finance process, data, and systems transformation, including ERP implementations and finance technology platforms.
• Preferred: familiarity with global tax and compliance requirements and operating model transformation.
• Preferred: consulting experience within large enterprise environments.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field required.
• Master's degree (MBA, MS Finance, MS Information Systems, or similar) preferred.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, CPA, CMA, CBAP, Lean Six Sigma, Prosci Change Management, or equivalent are a plus.
• Additional coursework or certifications in Finance Transformation, ERP systems, Business Analysis, Project Management, or Process Improvement are highly desirable.

About Eliassen Group

Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients’ capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.

Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.