Director, Finance Process Transformation

NetApp, Inc.•Durham, NC

1d•$196,350 - $270,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, Finance Process Transformation will lead strategic initiatives to modernize and scale Finance processes. The initial focus will be on Order-to-Cash end-to-end process transformation, but this role has a broader Finance Transformation mandate, driving optimization across core finance processes and leading high-impact strategic projects such as M&A integration. This is a highly visible role requiring strong project leadership, deep finance and accounting process knowledge, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. Depending on scope, the role may include working with the Finance PMO to deliver critical finance process transformation initiatives, or building a small internal team and/or managing third-party consultants. This is a hybrid role requiring in-office expectations of 3x a week. Only candidates in commutable distance to our San Jose, CA or Raleigh, NC office will be considered.

Requirements

Deep expertise in Finance and Accounting processes, including experience with Order-to-Cash and related systems (Oracle ERP, CPQ, billing platforms).
Demonstrated success leading enterprise-scale finance transformation programs and complex cross-functional initiatives.
Experience developing business cases, defining success metrics, and driving value realization.
Strong understanding of finance systems, data, analytics, automation, and AI-enabled process improvement.
Proven track record managing complex, large-scale projects and delivering results in fast-paced environments.
Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills with senior leadership; ability to juggle multiple priorities.
Analytical mindset with the ability to translate ambiguity into structured plans.
Exposure to AI-enabled finance tools and advanced analytics.
Knowledge of US GAAP, SOX compliance, and effective control frameworks.
Minimum of 12 years of related experience.

Nice To Haves

CPA certification a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end transformation of core Finance processes including Order-to-Cash, and other core Finance processes, by defining future-state processes, controls, operating models, and business requirements that improve scalability, efficiency, compliance, and business outcomes.
Lead Integration Management Office efforts for mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives, establishing governance, coordinating cross-functional execution, managing risks and dependencies, and driving achievement of transaction objectives.
Partner with Finance leadership and the Finance AI COE, Finance PMO, and other stakeholders to define future-state processes, data, technology, and AI capabilities that advance the Finance transformation roadmap.
Partner with Finance process owners and stakeholders to strengthen data analytics and reporting capabilities in support of Finance transformation objectives.
Define, manage, and communicate transformation success metrics, ensuring initiatives deliver measurable business outcomes through value realization, process improvement, and sustained adoption.