Director - Finance, HR, and Corporate Systems

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the IT applications strategy for Finance, HR, and corporate systems in alignment with overall business goals.
• Collaborate with executive leadership and business stakeholders to identify technology needs and prioritize initiatives.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives to modernize and optimize enterprise applications.
• Oversee the deployment, maintenance, and support of core enterprise systems Finance, HRIS, Incentive Management, and other corporate applications.
• Ensure system integrations across Finance, HR, and other corporate platforms are seamless and secure.
• Manage internal software development initiatives and vendor relationships.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of application managers, product owners, and engineering resources.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and customer service excellence within the applications team.
• Ensure applications comply with regulatory requirements, internal controls, and audit standards.
• Establish and enforce IT policies, procedures, and best practices for application management.
• Develop and manage budgets related to Finance, HR, and corporate systems applications.
• Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with software vendors and service providers.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for application availability, performance, and user satisfaction.
• Provide regular reports and updates to senior management on project status, risks, and opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in IT application management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience managing enterprise Finance and HR systems such as SAP, Oracle, Workday, PeopleSoft, or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of business processes in Finance, HR, and corporate functions.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with cloud-based applications and SaaS solutions preferred.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements affecting Finance and HR systems (e.g., SOX, GDPR).