Director - Business Transformation (Finance Transformation)
About the role
We are an advisory firm dedicated to Core Values of collaboration, enthusiasm, generosity, and perseverance. We offer advisory solutions in accounting, risk, technology-enabled transformation, and transactions. Our commitment to our people has led to numerous awards including Inc5000's Fastest Growing Companies and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work. Explore our culture here.
Responsibilities
Provide high-quality consulting services by taking personal ownership for client engagements and ensuring deliverables/services are fact-driven, solution-oriented, and meet CrossCountry’s standard for quality.
Leverage expertise to guide clients through Finance strategy, operating model design, and F&A operations, aligning initiatives with business goals and achieving operational excellence.
Lead large-scale multi-year Finance Transformation programs, manage execution teams, and oversee senior project leadership and evolving client management needs.
Apply automation and foster cross-departmental collaboration in large-scale programs, experience in change management, and incorporate into large-scale change programs.
Develop and implement Finance operating models that align with business objectives and drive efficiency, identifying and assessing business problems, and analyzing variable factors.
Contribute to developing and implementing firm-approved, AI-enabled solutions for clients, staying informed about emerging AI tools and techniques, and collaborating with firm leadership.
Manage projects across the project lifecycle, from current state evaluation to implementation, covering organizational, process, technology (financial systems), and data dimensions.
Manage client accounts, projects, and engagements, including work plans, staffing, deadlines, and budgets, throughout all lifecycle phases.
Actively pursue business development opportunities, market services, and support the business development team with client delivery or sector-specific expertise.
Foster a culture of growth and a business development mindset, and share expertise with team members and clients.
Requirements
15+ years of applicable consulting, CFO Advisory, Finance Transformation, or relevant industry experience.
Prior experience in professional services (public accounting or advisory firm), preferably at a large, global accounting firm or with a management consulting firm.
Minimum ten years of recent, advanced program or project management skills with experience in organizing, planning, and executing multiple large-scale projects and programs from definition through implementation.
Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and/or Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) - system selection, design, implementation.
Comfort with AI: Demonstrated ability to responsibly explore and adopt firm-approved AI tools to enhance productivity and innovation.
Continuous Learning Mindset: Openness to learning and applying emerging technologies including AI and automation in alignment with firm policies and client standards.
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.
Qualifications
Travel willing to 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).
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.
Benefits
The CrossCountry total rewards package includes comprehensive healthcare options, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) with company matching, 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: here.
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.