Finance Transformation Leader

Finance Transformation Leader

Kimley-Horn is looking for a Finance Transformation Leader to join our team in Raleigh, North Carolina (NC). This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

The Finance Transformation Leader drives innovation and operational excellence by fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration. They inspire teams to embrace new technologies, rethink legacy processes, and deliver transformative results, positioning finance as a strategic driver of business success. This role involves leading transformation initiatives to enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and scalability of finance teams, leveraging digital tools and process optimization to guide the organization through change and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Scope of Transformation : Lead transformation efforts across all finance teams, encompassing both operational and strategic finance processes.
• Transformation Planning and Execution : Establish a multi-year transformation roadmap. Oversee project management, change management, and execution of prioritized initiatives. Develop and deliver digital training programs to upskill finance staff.
• Automation Leadership : Drive the evaluation, selection and adoption of digital tools to streamline finance operations. Lead automation initiatives, promoting a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Operational Guidance : Serve as an internal consultant, advising finance teams on best practices, process enhancements, and operational strategies to maximize efficiency and compliance.
• Process Documentation : Develop, maintain, and continuously improve documentation of current and future-state processes. Ensure transparency and consistency across all finance functions.
• Opportunity and Issue Identification : Analyze workflows to uncover inefficiencies, risks, and opportunities for improvement. Recommend and implement solutions that drive measurable gains in productivity, accuracy, and cost savings.
• ROI Evaluation : Quantify the financial and operational impact of transformation initiatives. Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess return on investment and ensure accountability. Communicate transformation progress and outcomes to leadership.
• Team Management : Lead, mentor, and develop a team of finance transformation professionals. Foster cross-functional collaboration and ensure effective integration with existing finance and IT personnel.

Qualifications

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it that's why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn's placement on the Fortune "100 Best Companies to Work" list for 18 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn