Executive Director, IT Finance Lead Greater New York City, NY Area

The Company is seeking an Executive Director, IT Finance Lead to play a pivotal role in the global technology strategy for finance. This senior IT leadership position is focused on driving the AI transformation of the finance function, working closely with business stakeholders to identify and prioritize high-value opportunities, and reimagining business processes. The successful candidate will be a proactive technology thought leader, responsible for shaping and delivering the technology roadmap that enhances decision-making, productivity, and operational efficiency. Key responsibilities include serving as a trusted partner to finance leaders, leading the AI transformation, and ensuring the global technology roadmap aligns with business transformation, modernization, and compliance. Candidates for this role at The Company should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and a proven track record of at least 15 years in IT, with a strong background in financial systems and applications. The role requires excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and vendor governance skills, as well as the ability to influence the future finance operating model with emerging technology perspectives. Experience in a regulated industry, particularly in global environments, is preferred. The Executive Director will also be responsible for leading a team of IT professionals, so leadership and talent development skills are essential. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in SAP functional and technical solution delivery across finance and a strong understanding of AI, data, and automation in the context of financial processes.

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