Senior Director, Controllership & Operations Transformation

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As the Senior Director within the Salesforce Controllership group, you will be the strategic owner of our Finance system architecture, data flow, and enhancement roadmap. It is a critical leadership position requiring you to bridge the gap between complex accounting requirements and technical execution. You will oversee initiatives, drive the evolution of our Workday Cloud ERP ecosystem, and ensure AI is at the forefront of our financial automation strategy. With Agentforce woven into every layer of our platform, our team builds intelligent systems that automate repetitive subledger flows, elevate strategic accounting tasks, and power better financial decision-making at scale.

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• 12+ years of progressive experience in accounting, financial systems, or finance transformation, with a strong background in R2R processes.

• Technical Acumen - Deep expertise in enterprise-level ERP systems and accounting data architecture.

• Strategic Execution - Proven ability to act as a strategic driver rather than a task manager, with a track record of translating complex financial needs into scalable system solutions.

• Stakeholder Influence - Exceptional executive communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional technical and non-technical stakeholders without direct reporting authority.

• Forward-Thinking - Demonstrated passion for exploring and implementing emerging technologies, specifically AI and machine learning, within the finance and accounting domain.

• Demonstrated track record of successfully designing and implementing process improvements that reduced manual effort and improved accuracy

• BA/BS degree is required in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related subject area or equivalent relevant experience required. Experience will be evaluated based on the Core Competencies for the role (e.g. extracurricular leadership roles, military experience, volunteer roles, work experience, etc.

• Expertise in US GAAP, IFRS and local statutory requirements; Robust experience with SOX audit framework

• You bring exceptional problem-solving skills using structured frameworks to dissect complex operational failures and present technical roadmaps to finance leadership.

• You have a combination of prior experience in management or technology consulting focused on transformation and have hands-on Finance Operations experience.

• System experience - Workday experience preferred

• You have first-hand experience driving AI transformation initiatives, specifically implementing agentic automation and intelligent workflows within Finance.

This role is hybrid and goes into the office 3 days per week.

Unleash Your Potential

When you join Salesforce, you’ll be limitless in all areas of your life. Our benefits and resources support you to find balance and be your best, and our AI agents accelerate your impact so you can do your best. Together, we’ll bring the power of Agentforce to organizations of all sizes and deliver amazing experiences that customers love. Apply today to not only shape the future — but to redefine what’s possible — for yourself, for AI, and the world.

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