Finance Transformation Program Lead

Eliassen Group; Frankfort (KY); Remote; USD 103,000 - 117,000; Part time

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Job summary

Eliassen Group is seeking a Finance Transformation Program Lead to steer large-scale transformation initiatives in a remote-consulting setting for finance operations. You will coordinate Accounting, Tax, FP&A, data, and tech teams to deliver practical future-state roadmaps and robust governance structures.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years of program leadership in finance transformation, strong stakeholder skills, and a track record of delivering complex initiatives with ERP and finance-tech

Qualifications

• 10+ years leading Finance Transformation or Enterprise Transformation programs.
• Experience managing large cross-functional initiatives in complex organizations.
• Deep knowledge of Revenue Recognition, O2C, Tax Operations, and Financial Reporting.
• Strong project and program management with a track record of execution.
• Experience partnering with senior Finance and Accounting leaders.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Bonus: experience in global digital/subscription/media/entertainment domains.
• Familiarity with ERP transformation and finance technology platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple finance transformation initiatives across Accounting, Tax, FP&A, Data, and Technology.
• Drive projects related to Revenue Recognition, O2C, and Global Indirect Tax transformations.
• Assess current-state finance processes, systems, controls, and operating models.
• Define practical future-state solutions and transformation roadmaps.
• Develop detailed project plans, governance, milestones, and accountability.
• Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders and facilitate decisions.
• Lead process optimization for efficiency, scalability, and compliance.
• Partner with Finance and Technology to improve data quality and system effectiveness.
• Monitor risks, dependencies, and change impacts; ensure timely delivery.
• Establish metrics and KPIs to measure program success.

Skills

Finance Transformation

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Leadership

ERP Implementations

Education

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

MBA or MS preferred

Certifications such as PMP/CPA/CMA/CBAP

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Finance Transformation Program Lead

Anywhere

Type: Consulting

Category: Program/Project Management

Industry: Communications

Workplace Type: Remote

Standard Hours: Open

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 Aff

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