Finance Operations, Director at PwC
Elmwood Park, IL 60707
About the Job
Industry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismFinanceManagement LevelDirectorJob Description & SummaryA career in our Financial Operations practice, within Finance Consulting services, will provide the opportunity to work alongside CEOs, CFOs, controllers and treasurers to optimise the structure of their finance functions and improve their contribution to the business
We support our clients by addressing the challenges of achieving appropriate standards of control, efficient back office opportunities and support to the business through insight and challenge.Our team helps clients transform their finance function by executing strategies to reduce functional and operational complexity through streamlined processes, optimise d use of technology, and efficient use of resources to deliver cost effective, high quality services to all stakeholders.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level
To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework
It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.As a Director, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution
PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:Support team to disrupt, improve and evolve ways of working when necessary.Arrange and sponsor appropriate assignments and experiences to help people realise their potential and support their long-term aspirations.Identify gaps in the market and spot opportunities to create value propositions.Look for opportunities to scale efficiencies and new ways of working across multiple projects and environments.Create an environment where people and technology thrive together to accomplish more than they could apart.I promote and encourage others to value difference when working in diverse teams.Drive and take ownership for developing connections that help deliver what is best for our people and stakeholders.Influence and facilitate the creation of long-term relationships which add value to the firm.Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.Job Requirements and Preferences:Basic Qualifications:Minimum Degree Required:Bachelor's DegreeMinimum Year(s) of Experience:8 year(s)Preferred Qualifications:Degree Preferred:Master's DegreePreferred Fields of Study:Accounting,Business Administration/Management,FinanceCertification(s) Preferred:CPAPreferred Knowledge/Skills:Demonstrates thought leader-level abilities with, and/or a proven record of success directing efforts, emphasizing the following areas:Multi tower shared services lead or possesses BPO Operations experience from a tier one BPO provider;Designing, transitioning, scaling and operating FP&A shared services or third party operations;Forecasting (Forecast vs
Forecast: Forecast vs
Budget and Forecast vs
Actuals);Working with one of or all of the following technologies; SAP, SQL, Anaplan, Plx, Python, or Google Suite; and,Advising global organizations on improving efficiency and effectiveness in business operational functions including shared services and outsourcing strategy, BPO/SS solution and contracting specialty, organizational and process design, transition management, and operational stabilization support.Demonstrates thought leader-level abilities leading teams and project management engagements in a professional business services environment in at least two of the following focus areas:Shared service and outsourcing;Finance transformation;Performance management;Process optimization;Transition management;Organizational/process design; and,Talent management.Demonstrates thought leader-level abilities with, and/or proven record of success in the following areas:Utilizing business intelligence and performance management software tools;Developing strategy; as well as leveraging PC applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project to write, communicate, facilitate, and present cogently; to and/or for all levels of industry audiences, clients and internal staff and management, including development and delivery of business proposals, conferences and whitepapers; and,Maintaining relationships with key executives and a network of professional organizations or affiliations and the ability to turn these relationships into additional sales. Demonstrates thought leader-level abilities and direct success with identifying, obtaining and processing critical data (e.g
benchmarks) and having the depth operational experience to challenge the status quo through innovative thought leadership in the application of standard industry practice solutions for operational back office functions functions, including the following:Operational finance;People and organization structures; and,Sourcing, and all other back office support functions.Demonstrates thought leader-level abilities and/or proven record of success in the following areas:Developing and negotiating BPO/Shared Services solutions, transition plans, and contracts;Contributing to the development of a business vision and managing implementation efforts with complex project management capabilities;Building, maintaining, and utilizing networks of client relationships and community involvement;Communicating value propositions; managing resource requirements, project workflow, budgets, billing and collections;Preparing and/or coordinating complex written and verbal materials; and, Supervising teams to create an atmosphere of trust; seeking diverse views to encourage improvement and innovation; and coaching staff including providing timely meaningful written and verbal feedback. Travel RequirementsUp to 80%Job Posting End DateLearn more about how we work:
PwC is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.For positions based in San Francisco, consideration of qualified candidates with arrest and conviction records will be in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.The salary range for this position is: $148,000 - $317,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus
Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws
PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation and more
To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link:
We support our clients by addressing the challenges of achieving appropriate standards of control, efficient back office opportunities and support to the business through insight and challenge.Our team helps clients transform their finance function by executing strategies to reduce functional and operational complexity through streamlined processes, optimise d use of technology, and efficient use of resources to deliver cost effective, high quality services to all stakeholders.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level
To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework
It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.As a Director, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution
PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:Support team to disrupt, improve and evolve ways of working when necessary.Arrange and sponsor appropriate assignments and experiences to help people realise their potential and support their long-term aspirations.Identify gaps in the market and spot opportunities to create value propositions.Look for opportunities to scale efficiencies and new ways of working across multiple projects and environments.Create an environment where people and technology thrive together to accomplish more than they could apart.I promote and encourage others to value difference when working in diverse teams.Drive and take ownership for developing connections that help deliver what is best for our people and stakeholders.Influence and facilitate the creation of long-term relationships which add value to the firm.Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.Job Requirements and Preferences:Basic Qualifications:Minimum Degree Required:Bachelor's DegreeMinimum Year(s) of Experience:8 year(s)Preferred Qualifications:Degree Preferred:Master's DegreePreferred Fields of Study:Accounting,Business Administration/Management,FinanceCertification(s) Preferred:CPAPreferred Knowledge/Skills:Demonstrates thought leader-level abilities with, and/or a proven record of success directing efforts, emphasizing the following areas:Multi tower shared services lead or possesses BPO Operations experience from a tier one BPO provider;Designing, transitioning, scaling and operating FP&A shared services or third party operations;Forecasting (Forecast vs
Forecast: Forecast vs
Budget and Forecast vs
Actuals);Working with one of or all of the following technologies; SAP, SQL, Anaplan, Plx, Python, or Google Suite; and,Advising global organizations on improving efficiency and effectiveness in business operational functions including shared services and outsourcing strategy, BPO/SS solution and contracting specialty, organizational and process design, transition management, and operational stabilization support.Demonstrates thought leader-level abilities leading teams and project management engagements in a professional business services environment in at least two of the following focus areas:Shared service and outsourcing;Finance transformation;Performance management;Process optimization;Transition management;Organizational/process design; and,Talent management.Demonstrates thought leader-level abilities with, and/or proven record of success in the following areas:Utilizing business intelligence and performance management software tools;Developing strategy; as well as leveraging PC applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project to write, communicate, facilitate, and present cogently; to and/or for all levels of industry audiences, clients and internal staff and management, including development and delivery of business proposals, conferences and whitepapers; and,Maintaining relationships with key executives and a network of professional organizations or affiliations and the ability to turn these relationships into additional sales. Demonstrates thought leader-level abilities and direct success with identifying, obtaining and processing critical data (e.g
benchmarks) and having the depth operational experience to challenge the status quo through innovative thought leadership in the application of standard industry practice solutions for operational back office functions functions, including the following:Operational finance;People and organization structures; and,Sourcing, and all other back office support functions.Demonstrates thought leader-level abilities and/or proven record of success in the following areas:Developing and negotiating BPO/Shared Services solutions, transition plans, and contracts;Contributing to the development of a business vision and managing implementation efforts with complex project management capabilities;Building, maintaining, and utilizing networks of client relationships and community involvement;Communicating value propositions; managing resource requirements, project workflow, budgets, billing and collections;Preparing and/or coordinating complex written and verbal materials; and, Supervising teams to create an atmosphere of trust; seeking diverse views to encourage improvement and innovation; and coaching staff including providing timely meaningful written and verbal feedback. Travel RequirementsUp to 80%Job Posting End DateLearn more about how we work:
https://pwc.to/how-we-workPwC
does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by lawPwC is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.For positions based in San Francisco, consideration of qualified candidates with arrest and conviction records will be in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.The salary range for this position is: $148,000 - $317,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus
Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws
PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation and more
To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link:
https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glanceSummaryLocation:
IL-Chicago; CA-San Francisco; CA-Silicon ValleyType: Full time 