Sr. Director - Digital Transformation Tax/Treasury

Eli Lilly and • Indianapolis, IN

97d • $154,500 - $226,600

About The Position

This position is part of the Tax and Treasury core leadership teams and will help define and drive the modernization of our global tax and treasury functions. This role acts as a bridge to technology, leading the design and execution of tax and treasury's digital transformation agenda - from process automation and real-time visibility to AI-driven forecasting and intelligent workflows. This is a unique opportunity for a finance professional who is inquisitive about technology, energized by transformation, and ready to champion change across systems, data, and processes. The role will support a diverse set of finance individuals including global, federal, and state tax, global treasury, pension and benefits management, insurance and risk management, and business development financial support. The role has significant upward influence and exposure opportunities with Senior Finance leaders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or related field.
• MBA and/or CPA is preferred.
• 7+ years experience in finance, treasury, finance transformation, or technology leadership roles.
• Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

• Project management experience.
• Treasury technology platforms.
• Strong working knowledge of core financial technology platforms (e.g., S4 Hana, Microsoft Fabric, MS Excel, MS Power Suite).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and influence others, especially under pressure.
• Strong technical skills, including proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, SAP, and Business Objects, and willingness to adapt to and leverage new technologies.
• Strong desire to learn and intellectually curious.
• Proven track record of leading technology-driven transformation initiatives and driving to solutions within a finance or treasury function.
• Ability to think strategically and execute methodically, with a focus on delivering measurable results.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders and external experts to define and execute a forward-looking digital strategy for global tax and treasury in alignment with broader finance transformation goals.
• Continuously evaluate and pilot emerging technologies (e.g., AI/ML, APIs, blockchain, intelligent automation, data lakes) that enhance the team's agility, accuracy, and value.
• Lead tax and treasury's contribution to enterprise initiatives such as digital cash flow forecasting, foreign exchange currency management, virtual account structures, bank connectivity modernization, AI-based risk modeling, valuation modeling and benchmarking, data and market analysis, R&D credit analysis, US tax return enhancements, modernize quarterly year-end close, legal entity forecast and accounting tax processes, transfer pricing automation, and indirect tax automations.
• Evaluation of next generation tools to accelerate the preparation of tax and treasury reporting and operational requirements.
• Own the roadmap for upgrades, automation, and process redesign across cash management, payments, FX, investments, debt, tax provision and tax return for global direct tax, transfer pricing.
• Serve as a key liaison with Tech@Lilly, Advance Analytics and Data Sciences Architecture teams - ensuring tax and treasury's needs are prioritized and technically supported.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of emerging technology trends and their potential impact on tax and treasury operations.
• Identify and redesign legacy processes using tools such as RPA, workflow engines, Power BI, and Alteryx.
• Drive real-time data integration, intelligent reconciliation, and analytics dashboards for better decision-making.
• Promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the tax and treasury teams.
• Implement best practices for process optimization and automation to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risk.
• Partner with key stakeholders in finance, tax, risk management, and treasury operations to ensure digital goals align with business priorities.
• Build strong external relationships with banks, fintech vendors, and solution providers.
• Lead change management efforts to drive adoption, training, and operational readiness for new systems and ways of working.
• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages cross-functional teamwork and knowledge sharing.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan
• Pension
• Vacation benefits
• Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
• Flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts)
• Life insurance and death benefits
• Certain time off and leave of absence benefits
• Well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree