Global, Finance Operations Transformation Leader

Role Overview

This is a leadership role at Cognizant, responsible for steering enterprise-wide digital transformation across finance record-to-report, order-to-cash, and procure-to-pay functions. The role requires 20+ years of experience in digital transformation across enterprise finance, with a proven track record of implementing automation and data-driven solutions.

What You Will Do

The Global, Finance Operations Transformation Leader will drive digital transformation programs across integrated finance processes, oversee the end-to-end design of target operating models, and lead the implementation of advanced technology and automation in core finance cycles.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in order-to-cash operations, comprehensive understanding of procure-to-pay, and experience in process reengineering and continuous improvement. They will also embody the Cognizant Way to Lead, demonstrating personal leadership, organizational leadership, and business leadership.

Requirements

• 20+ years of experience in digital transformation across enterprise finance
• Proven track record of implementing automation and data-driven solutions
• Deep operational knowledge of record-to-report
• Strong expertise in order-to-cash operations
• Comprehensive understanding of procure-to-pay
• Program and project management office experience
• Advanced stakeholder management and negotiation skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience in process reengineering and continuous improvement
• High standards of integrity and control orientation
• Ability to work effectively in hybrid models