Managed Services Finance & Accounting - Financial Operations - Director

PwC - Global; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 142,000 - 317,000; Full time

Job summary

Join PwC as a Director in Finance Consulting, where you will lead and shape client engagements while enhancing financial operations. This role requires strong leadership and strategic thinking skills to drive business growth and mentor future leaders, all while upholding the firm's commitment to quality and integrity.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Personal and family sick leave

Annual discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in finance consulting or a related field.
• Understanding of key finance cycles and technologies.
• Demonstrated thought leader-level abilities in finance efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Set the strategic vision for finance consulting services.
• Lead business development and growth opportunities.
• Mentor and develop future leaders within the team.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Technology promotion

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree in Finance & Technology, Business Analytics

Tools

Cloud ERP platforms

Business intelligence tools

Job description

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Managed Services

Management Level

Director

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in finance consulting specialise in providing consulting services related to financial management and strategy. These individuals analyse client needs, develop financial solutions, and offer guidance and support to help clients optimise their financial performance, improve decision-making, and achieve their financial goals.

In financial operations at PwC, you will specialise in improving the efficiency and effectiveness of financial operations within organisations. Your work will involve assessing financial processes, identify areas for improvement, and design and implement solutions to streamline financial operations, enhance controls, and reduce costs. You will be responsible for providing guidance on financial systems implementation, process automation, and financial shared services.

Translating the vision, you set the tone, and inspire others to follow. Your role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping the direction of client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion and a commercial mindset are all foundational to our success. You create a healthy working environment while maximising client satisfaction. You cultivate the potential in others and actively team across the PwC Network, understanding tradeoffs, and leveraging our collective strength.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Lead in line with our values and brand.
• Develop new ideas, solutions, and structures; drive thought leadership.
• Solve problems by exploring multiple angles and using creativity, encouraging others to do the same.
• Balance long-term, short-term, detail-oriented, and big picture thinking.
• Make strategic choices and drive change by addressing system-level enablers.
• Promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together.
• Identify gaps in the market and convert opportunities to success for the Firm.
• Adhere to and enforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance) the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

The Opportunity

As part of the Finance Consulting team you lead efforts to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in finance through strategic outsourcing and technology integration. As a Director, you set the strategic direction and lead business development efforts, making impactful decisions while overseeing multiple projects and maintaining executive-level client relations. This role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders, while upholding PwC's reputation for quality, integrity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

- Set and communicate the strategic vision for finance consulting services

- Lead initiatives to enhance productivity through outsourcing and technology

- Drive business development and identify growth opportunities

- Oversee multiple projects, aligning with client goals

- Cultivate and maintain executive-level client relationships

- Mentor and develop future leaders within the team

- Uphold and promote PwC's standards of quality and integrity

- Foster an inclusive environment where innovation thrives

What You Must Have

- Bachelor's Degree

- 10 years of experience

What Sets You Apart

- Master's Degree in Finance & Technology, Business Analytics, Information Technology, Banking and Insurance, or Data Processing/Analytics/Science preferred

- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and/or CFA preferred

- Demonstrating thought leader-level abilities in finance efficiency

- Understanding key finance cycles and technologies

- Familiarity with cloud ERP platforms and financial systems

- Utilizing small automation and business intelligence tools

- Developing strategy and managing complex projects

- Building and maintaining client relationships

- Leading teams to foster trust and innovation

Travel Requirements

Up to 60%

Job Posting End Date

June 7, 2025 Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy. As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law. For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all. The salary range for this position is: $142,500 - $317,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance