Director, Transformation - Working Capital

About the role

This role can be based in any of our US office locations and is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work remotely 2 days a week. Ideal candidates should be local to the desired location.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance and operations value creation initiatives: assessing an organization’s people, process and technology to develop quantitative/qualitative recommendations and value-creation roadmap
• Design and execute implementation plans to drive cash flow and cost optimization across Contract-to-Cash, Procure-to-Payment, Forecast-to-Fulfillment processes
• Design and execute future state operating models e.g., organization structure, operating procedures, technology enablement (ERP, bespoke technology, third-party applications)
• Establish and drive transformation program governance to support multi-workstream engagements
• Measure and track KPI and initiative ROI to support targeted realization benefits
• Provide practical solutions and leading practices to enable and sustain results
• Manage workstreams and programs, under the guidance of Accordion Managing Directors and/or Senior Directors, in addition to junior resources (Vice Presidents, Associates, or Analysts)
• Interact and build relationships with C-level personnel at portfolio companies as well as representatives from private equity sponsors
• Assist in growing the firm by identifying and driving business development activities – coordinating proposals across multiple practices
• Take a lead role on internal firm initiatives to enhance our ability to serve clients and continually improve our internal capabilities
• Travel to client site as needed

Requirements

Minimum 10+ years of relevant professional experience working in a client serving role at a top-tier consulting firm and/or mix of client service and private industry experience at a senior level

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering, or related field. MBA is a plus

Proven experience successfully managing multi-sector engagements and coordinating internal teams, managing not only client/sponsor but internal team dynamics as well

Deep knowledge and experience in overseeing or driving change in business processes including contract-to-cash, procure-to-pay, record-to-report, FP&A, as well as other functions under the CFO purview

Demonstrated and current knowledge of leading practices specifically related to the professionalization of the finance function

Extensive expertise related to the design and implementation of strategies, processes and technology optimizing cash flow, increasing effectiveness, and improving enterprise value

Qualifications

A self-starter with a strong work ethic

A leader of others; you lead by example

A strong team player, able to work with team members across all levels

Able to effectively communicate complex issues and solutions, and raise issues to senior team members when necessary

Able to effectively manage projects with multiple complex workstreams while also focused on your single workstream (you are managing and doing).

Excited to be part of a growing team, with a focus on driving future growth

Full of entrepreneurial spirit and comfortable in a fluid, flat organization

Knowledgeable about the relationship between Private Equity sponsors and their portfolio companies

Passionate about delivering exceptional client service

Someone who enjoys mentoring others and doing meaningful work

Willing to get your hands dirty in the details of a project while simultaneously seeing the whole picture

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Experience with ERP systems and other financial management tools

Understanding of financial modeling and forecasting

Benefits

The annual salary for this role ranges from: $210,000 to $250,000 + benefits + bonus.

Actual compensation packages are determined by evaluating a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location, skill set, years and depth of experience, education, certifications, cost of labor and internal equity.

We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Please note that as per Accordion policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening and in alignment with our inclusive diversity values. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Accordion will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.