Director, Finance Transformation
DuBois Chemicals

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JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Director of Finance Transformation to lead the modernization of our finance function & oversee the integration of acquired companies. This strategic role is critical to advancing our financial capabilities through process optimization, technology integration, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance, deep knowledge of best practices in finance processes/systems, and a proven ability to drive significant change within an organization.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process Improvement: Lead initiatives to streamline finance processes, improve efficiencies, and reduce costs across the finance function.
• Post-Acquisition Integration: Lead the financial integration of acquired companies, ensuring seamless alignment with our existing processes, systems, and financial reporting frameworks.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with M&A, IT, Integration Team and operational teams to coordinate integration activities, address challenges, and ensure the successful onboarding of acquired finance teams.
• Technology Integration: Drive the adoption and implementation of financial technologies (ERP systems, automation tools, etc.) to enhance data accuracy, reporting, and decision-making capabilities.
• Change Management: Champion a culture of continuous improvement and lead change management efforts to ensure successful implementation of finance transformation initiatives.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with senior leadership, department heads outside of Finance, and key stakeholders to ensure alignment and buy-in for finance transformation projects.
• Project Management: Oversee multiple finance transformation projects & financial integrations, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Team Development: Provide mentorship to the broader financial organization on process improvement, Lean management & software
• Performance Monitoring: Establish KPIs and regularly assess the effectiveness of finance transformation initiatives, making adjustments as needed to achieve desired outcomes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in finance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role focused on finance transformation, process improvement, or financial systems implementation.
• Bias for action & proven track record of executing transformational projects
• Strong understanding of finance processes, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, transactional accounting & compliance.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial technologies; experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365, Alteryx, PowerBI and/or UIPath is a plus.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think strategically and translate vision into actionable plans.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in change management and leading cross-functional teams.

WHY JOIN US

• Opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of our finance function
• Collaborative, flat organizational structure with the ability to move fast and drive change
• Working in a healthy business with a track record of significant growth

DuBois provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and/or local law and/or regulation.

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