Senior Manager, Transformation Finance

HP•Houston, TX

24d

About The Position

Senior Manager, Transformation Finance Description - Job Summary Applies broad financial and business acumen to support HP’s enterprise‑wide AI Transformation strategy, including financial performance and operational effectiveness. Acts as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on the development and review of transformation initiatives and leads a small, high-impact team to review initiatives, advise on investment trade-offs, and monitor the results of approved transformation activities. Applies expert subject matter knowledge to manage staff activities in solving most complex business/technical issues within established policies. Plans, manages and monitors high-end operational/tactical activities of Staff. Staff members' primary focus is on either high-end tactical or broad strategic issues or a combination of both.

Requirements

Four‑year or graduate degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Data/Analytics, or related field—or commensurate experience.
12+ years of experience in Finance, Transformation, FP&A, Internal Audit, accounting, or related disciplines.
Automation, RPA, AI/ML enablement
Program & portfolio management
Financial modeling and decision‑support analytics
KPI & performance‑measurement frameworks
Scenario modeling and benefit‑realization tracking
Data analysis, visualization, and storytelling
Strategic thinking & enterprise mindset
Cross‑functional influence and stakeholder engagement
Change management & organizational readiness
Financial Reporting and Accounting, GAAP/IFRS
Auditing, internal controls and risk management in transformed environments
P&L management
Variance analysis
Customer Centricity
Prioritization
Resilience
Team Management
Strategic Thinking

Nice To Haves

Preferably 8–10 years in leadership roles driving transformation programs, operational excellence, or process modernization.
Certified Corporate FP&A Professional (FP&A)
Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
Lean, Six Sigma, Agile, or Change Management certifications (optional but highly applicable to transformation work)

Responsibilities

Serves as a key advisor to senior leadership on AI adoption within global processes, systems, and policies to support long‑term organizational goals and AI Transformation program deliverables.
Ensures the development and execution of transformation solutions aligned with strategic capital‑allocation decisions, investment governance, and return‑on‑investment expectations.
Identifies and quantifies improvement opportunities across processes, reporting, automation, decision support, and controls; drives recommendations that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and business value.
Ensures the accuracy, timeliness, and scalability of financial processes, reporting mechanisms, and analytical tools implemented as part of transformation programs.
Leads financial modeling, scenario planning, and forecasting activities that support transformation initiatives, including investment cases and benefit‑realization tracking.
Collaborates as a strategic partner across functions to align business and Finance transformation strategies, driving sustainable, profitable growth and operational excellence.
Applies expert knowledge of finance operations, systems, and transformation methodologies to shape best practices across businesses and regions.
Drives organizational change management, including stakeholder alignment, communication, talent strategy, and capability development.
Works closely with Finance leadership and Investor Relations for external reporting and disclosure related to Transformation program performance.
Supports the full Strategy & Transformation organization spend budget, flash, and reporting processes, advising leaders on both financial and operational metrics.
Oversee design and reinforcement of strong internal controls and compliance frameworks related to reporting for Transformation Program Initiatives.
Applies expert subject matter knowledge, shapes knowledge base across businesses, functions, or regions, and provides strong leadership, driving change initiatives and monitoring performance goals.
Drives talent management, employee selection, succession planning, performance management, compensation management, employee development and coaching in career development, and operational management.