Job Title: Finance Transformation & Project Management
Location: Los Angeles, California | Onsite/Hybrid | Full-Time | Executive Leadership
Lead Strategic Transformation Across a Global Finance Organization
A dynamic opportunity is available for a seasoned Vice President of Finance Transformation & Project Management to join the Finance Operations team within a global financial services organization. This role offers a high-impact platform to lead complex transformation initiatives, manage cross-functional programs, and support strategic change across the CFO organization.
The ideal candidate will combine expertise in process improvement, project delivery, and strategic advisory with a proven ability to lead teams, drive collaboration across business and IT, and influence executive decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
🔹 Strategic Leadership & Operations
- Lead department-level transformation initiatives and oversee day-to-day operations of the project management team.
- Manage and mentor direct reports, supporting their professional growth and successful delivery of key programs.
- Serve as a trusted advisor and liaison between business, IT, and third-party vendors to ensure program alignment.
🔹 Program & Project Management
- Own end-to-end delivery of highly visible initiatives across Finance Operations, including:
- Scope definition, work planning, resource allocation, timeline management, and execution oversight.
- Creation of project charters, plans, and key artifacts for internal governance.
- Facilitation of working sessions and executive meetings to drive stakeholder engagement.
- Monitor risk, resolve issues, and guide cross-functional teams through blockers and ambiguity.
🔹 Stakeholder Engagement & Change Enablement
- Build trust and align priorities across CFO, Finance, IT, and external partners.
- Adjust communication styles and deliverables based on stakeholder needs, ensuring clarity and executive buy-in.
- Support training and documentation for new processes and transition into business-as-usual operations.
🔹 Process Improvement & Analytics
- Conduct data analysis and present insights in a clear, actionable format to support decision-making.
- Define and track KPIs to measure success and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
- Introduce structure, standards, and best practices into fluid environments.
Qualifications:
- 10+ years in finance transformation, project management, business analysis, or change management within financial services.
- Previous experience in a Big 4 consulting firm or comparable advisory role is highly preferred.
- Background in investment management, accounting, or financial operations is strongly beneficial.
- Demonstrated success managing direct reports and leading enterprise-level initiatives.
- Advanced knowledge of tools such as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Jira/Confluence, Monday.com, and Visio.
- Experience with large datasets, data reconciliation, and structured analysis.
Core Competencies & Leadership Attributes:
- Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage with diverse teams and senior stakeholders.
- Communication: Clear, transparent, and adaptive in presenting complex material across various audiences.
- Independent Leadership: Self-starter with the ability to work independently while driving team success.
- Organizational Agility: Capable of multitasking and managing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strategic Thinking: Balances detail orientation with a broad understanding of organizational goals.
- Results-Driven: Committed to delivering high-impact outcomes and leading initiatives to completion.
- Curiosity & Innovation: Enthusiastic about learning, solving problems, and creating new solutions.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
Why Join This Team?
- Be part of a high-visibility transformation group driving innovation in a global financial environment.
- Collaborate with top-tier professionals across business, technology, and strategy.
- Influence enterprise-wide change with opportunities for long-term growth and advancement.
Apply now to bring your strategic leadership and project delivery expertise to a company committed to operational excellence and innovation.