Sr. Director, Chief of Staff to Head of Finance

Salesforce•Atlanta, GA

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

About Salesforce Salesforce is the #1 AI CRM, where humans with agents drive customer success together. Here, ambition meets action. Tech meets trust. And innovation isn’t a buzzword — it’s a way of life. The world of work as we know it is changing and we're looking for Trailblazers who are passionate about bettering business and the world through AI, driving innovation, and keeping Salesforce's core values at the heart of it all. Ready to level-up your career at the company leading workforce transformation in the agentic era? You’re in the right place! Agentforce is the future of AI, and you are the future of Salesforce. Role Summary We are seeking a highly motivated, organized, and strategic Senior Director, Chief of Staff (CoS) to partner closely with the Head of Finance. This role is critical to maximizing the effectiveness of the Head of Finance and the Finance leadership team, focusing on strategic priorities, driving operational excellence, and ensuring alignment across the organization. The ideal candidate will be a trusted confidante, an exceptional communicator, and a proven operator with deep financial acumen.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field 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.)
10+ years of experience in finance, strategy, consulting, or a Chief of Staff role.
5+ years of experience operating at a senior level in a large, complex, and high-growth organization.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex information into clear, concise content.
Proven ability to build strong working relationships with senior executives and drive consensus.

Nice To Haves

MBA or Master ʼ s degree in a relevant discipline preferred.
Experience in the technology sector or a global company.
Strong financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Deep understanding of the annual financial planning cycle, corporate governance, and executive reporting.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, competing priorities and high-pressure situations with composure.

Responsibilities

Serve as a critical thought partner to the Head of Finance on all business and organizational matters.
Drive the execution of the Finance organization ʼ s strategic agenda and operational priorities.
Manage and track key business initiatives, ensuring timely execution and desired outcomes.
Collaborate closely with key partner organizations across functions, most notably within the COFO organization and the office of the COO.
Lead the planning and preparation for key internal and external meetings, including Executive Staff meetings, quarterly business reviews, Board of Directors presentations, and Finance leadership offsites.
Establish and maintain operating rhythm (cadence of meetings, reporting, and reviews) for the Head of Finance and the Finance leadership team.
Oversee internal communications for the Finance organization, ensuring clarity and consistency.
Manage the Head of Finance's time and priorities, including meeting preparation and follow-up on action items.
Scope, plan, and execute ad-hoc special projects on behalf of the Head of Finance, often involving cross-functional teams.
Act as a liaison as appropriate between the Head of Finance and internal and external stakeholders, including other executive leaders, department heads, and key partners.
Assist in the development of high-quality presentations, briefings, and analyses for executive audiences.