Head of Finance Transformation
About The Position
Piper Sandler is seeking a Head of Finance Transformation to lead a bold reimagining of how our finance organization operates, delivers insight, and partners with the business. This is a rare opportunity to shape a modern finance function from the ground up—leveraging AI, advanced analytics, and redesigned operating models—while working in close partnership with our Chief Financial Officer. If you're a pragmatic visionary who thrives at the intersection of strategy and execution, and you're energized by building something meaningful within a growing financial services firm, we want to hear from you.
Requirements
- 12–15 years of progressive experience in finance, with 5+ years in senior leadership position in finance.
- Proven track record leading large-scale finance transformation initiatives, ideally within financial services, banking, or capital markets.
- Demonstrated experience redesigning finance operating models—restructuring how a finance organization delivers work, not just implementing point solutions.
- Experience building and leading multidisciplinary teams with measurable business outcomes.
- Experience partnering with C-suite/CFO-level stakeholders and driving enterprise-wide change with demonstrated adoption.
- Strong executive presence and the ability to influence senior stakeholders without relying on direct authority.
Nice To Haves
- Direct experience implementing AI or intelligent automation within a finance function.
- Prior experience establishing a Transformation Management Office (TMO) or equivalent governance structure.
- Experience navigating legacy system constraints alongside modernization efforts in a regulated industry.
- Working familiarity with modern finance technology platforms (cloud-based ERP/reporting systems, RPA, AI tools) sufficient to direct technical teams and evaluate vendor/build decisions.
Responsibilities
- Partner directly with the CFO to reimagine the finance operating model and lead the organizational change required to bring it to life.
- Establish and drive a multi-year roadmap for finance transformation aligned to Piper Sandler's broader strategic priorities.
- Stand up and lead transformation management, overseeing a portfolio of initiatives spanning technology, process, and people.
- Define value-realization metrics (e.g., productivity gains, cycle-time reduction, reporting quality) to measure and communicate transformation impact.
- Coordinate a cross-functional network of project management, change management, process design, technology, and data analytics resources to drive transformation execution, partnering closely with existing Finance and Technology teams
- Cultivate strong partnerships across IT, finance leadership, and business lines—breaking down silos and securing buy-in.
- Develop training and upskilling programs to build AI and analytics fluency across the finance organization.
- Deliver early, visible wins that build momentum while maintaining the operational continuity finance teams depend on.
- Communicate a compelling vision for transformation to audiences ranging from finance staff to the Board.
Benefits
- annual incentive compensation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
