Director, Apps, Tax, Treas, Controller

Johnson & Johnson • West Chester, MA

22d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role provides strategic and operational leadership for enterprise finance applications supporting Tax, Treasury, and Controllership across DePuy Synthes. The Director will be accountable for ensuring stable, compliant, and scalable application platforms that enable accurate financial reporting, effective cash and risk management, and regulatory compliance. This position plays a critical role in shaping the future‑state finance technology landscape as DePuy Synthes progresses toward becoming a standalone organization, working closely with Finance and IT leaders to deliver measurable business value through technology, and reports into the DePuy Synthes Technology organization.

Requirements

• 10 -12 years of progressive experience in Finance Systems, including leadership at the manager or director level.
• Demonstrated experience supporting enterprise finance functions including Accounting, Controllership, Tax, and Treasury.
• Strong understanding of financial processes and data , internal controls, and regulatory requirements impacting global organizations.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and influence senior stakeholders.
• Experience managing complex vendor ecosystems and large‑scale application environments.
• Strong communication , problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• English proficiency.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred.
• Experience planning, designing, transforming and supporting SAP ERP and finance platforms including SAP S/4 Finance, SAP Central Finance, SAP Group Reporting, and Kyriba.
• Background in highly regulated industries, including life sciences or medical devices.
• Experience supporting business separation, transformation, or major system modernization initiatives including upgrade and/or migration to SAP S/4.
• Demonstrated success driving standardization and simplification across global finance systems .
• Experience with Celonis and/or Signavio is a plus
• Experience building and leading teams with on and off shore resources.
• IT or Finance‑related certifications (e.g., SAP, PMP, CPA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for enterprise finance applications supporting Accounting, Tax, Treasury, and Controllership A2R processes
• Partner with Finance leadership to translate business strategies and regulatory requirements into scalable application roadmaps and solutions.
• Lead the planning, design, implementation and transformation of core finance A2R processes and systems including but not limited to SAP S/4 Finance, SAP Central Finance, SAP Group Reporting, and Kyriba.
• Ensure reliable delivery, availability, and performance of core finance systems, including financial close, statutory reporting, tax compliance, and treasury operations while meeting critical Day 1 and TSA exit separation objectives
• Lead application lifecycle management activities, including upgrades, enhancements, integrations, and rationalization initiatives.
• Oversee third‑party vendors and system integrators, ensuring quality delivery, cost control, and adherence to service‑level agreements.
• Establish and enforce application governance, controls, and documentation to support audit readiness, data integrity, and compliance obligations.
• Develop, mentor, and lead a high‑performing team of IT professionals, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Support enterprise transformation initiatives, including operating model changes, system separations, and finance process standardization.

Benefits

• Inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual.
• Respect for the diversity and dignity of employees and recognition of their merit.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director