Head of Corporate Technology Transformation

Salary $250,000 - $270,000 + STI & LTI
LocationNew York, United States of America
Employment type Permanent
Discipline

Job description

We are seeking a forward-thinking transformational technology leader to re-imagine and modernize the technology landscape that powers our Corporate Functions - with an immediate emphasis on Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), enterprise performance, and automation-driven efficiency.

 

About the Role

You will set the strategic vision, build the transformation roadmap, and orchestrate cross-functional delivery to unlock real-time insight, operational agility, and measurable business value.

 

Responsibilities

 

Strategic Vision & Roadmap

  • Create a multi-year modernization roadmap spanning Finance, HR, Procurement, and other corporate domains.
  • Translate enterprise objectives into actionable technology strategies and capability releases.

Finance & EPM Transformation

  • Redesign planning, budgeting, forecasting, and capital-planning processes for speed and accuracy.
  • Introduce advanced scenario modelling and analytics for data-driven decisions.

Automation & Data Enablement

  • Identify and deploy RPA, AI/ML, and data-platform solutions that eliminate manual effort and elevate insight quality.
  • Establish a single source of truth for key corporate metrics.

Program Delivery & Change Leadership

  • Own end-to-end execution—from solution design through deployment, change management, and post-go-live optimization.
  • Lead cross-functional squads, internal COEs, and external partners to deliver on time and on value.

Operational Excellence

  • Ensure stability, compliance, and continuous improvement across all corporate technology platforms.
  • Define KPIs, track value realization, and communicate progress to executive sponsors.

Stakeholder Alignment

  • Influence senior Finance and Digital & Technology (D&T) leaders, securing buy-in for transformation priorities.
  • Foster adoption through clear communication, training, and support.

Market Scanning

  • Stay ahead of emerging tools and practices; inject innovation into the roadmap where it drives competitive advantage.

 

Qualifications

  • 15+ years leading enterprise technology programs
  • 5+ years focused on Finance or EPM transformation
  • Deep expertise in FP&A processes, metrics, and modern planning platforms (e.g., Anaplan, Oracle EPM, SAP, TM1, or comparable)
  • Proven track record delivering large-scale, multi-stakeholder transformation with clear ROI
  • Ability to translate strategy into execution, balancing quick wins with long-term architecture
  • Strong business acumen; credible influencer with CFOs, CTOs, and functional executives alike
  • Demonstrated success driving automation, data-platform, or AI/ML initiatives within Corporate Functions
  • Exceptional communication and change-leadership skills
  • Bachelor’s in Finance, Information Systems, or related field; MBA or relevant master’s preferred

 

Required Skills

  • Strong leadership and strategic vision
  • Expertise in financial planning and analysis
  • Experience with automation technologies
  • Excellent communication skills

 

 

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with AI/ML initiatives
  • Familiarity with modern planning platforms
  • Change management experience