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Director Finance Transformation Posting Start Date: 2/5/26 Job Location (Short): Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, 53204-2941 | Chicago, Illinois, USA, 60631 Requisition ID: 35000 Onsite or Remote: Onsite ...

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How much do finance transformation director jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for finance transformation director in the United States is $129,353.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,500.00 and $153,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Finance Transformation Director position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Finance Transformation Director, you need deep expertise in finance, process improvement, change management, and strategic leadership, usually supported by a degree in finance or accounting and substantial experience in financial operations or consulting. Familiarity with ERP systems like SAP or Oracle, process automation tools, and certifications such as CPA, CFA, or Six Sigma are often required. Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and project leadership skills help drive cross-functional initiatives and maintain alignment across diverse groups. These competencies are essential for leading effective transformation projects, optimizing financial performance, and ensuring stakeholder buy-in within dynamic organizational environments.

What does a Finance Transformation Director do?

A Finance Transformation Director leads and oversees initiatives aimed at modernizing financial processes, systems, and strategies within an organization. They focus on improving efficiency, implementing new technologies, and aligning finance operations with business goals. Their role often includes driving automation, enhancing reporting capabilities, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. They collaborate with finance teams, IT, and stakeholders to optimize workflows and support strategic decision-making.

What are some typical challenges faced by Finance Transformation Directors, and how do they address them?

Finance Transformation Directors often encounter challenges such as resistance to change, integrating new technologies with legacy systems, and aligning multiple departments with a unified vision. To address these, they focus on clear communication, stakeholder engagement, and robust project planning, ensuring transparent processes and buy-in from all involved parties. Building strong cross-functional teams and leveraging change management best practices are also key strategies for overcoming obstacles. By proactively identifying potential roadblocks and cultivating a collaborative culture, they help ensure transformation initiatives are implemented smoothly and deliver lasting value to the organization.

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Finance Transformation Director

Finance Transformation Director

Grant Thornton

Fort Lauderdale, FL • On-site

$197K - $255K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 2 days ago


Grant Thornton rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 18 rated bookkeepers and accountants


Job description

As a Finance Modernization Director, you'll be responsible for business process analysis, requirements definition efforts for remediating gaps, cost and cycle time analysis/remediation, and the communication and change management required to ensure the success of our clients - all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel.

From day one, you'll collaborate with our Finance Modernization Practice to help clients transform their finance and operations functions, both process-related and reporting, as well as design and implement sustainable models that streamline operations, and comply to business needs. This role looks beyond just control points and focuses on Finance Process Optimization changes that achieve necessary business transformation.

Your day-to-day may include:

  • Lead multiple client service delivery teams in the active execution of engagements to help ensure compliance with firm and practice unit service delivery standards
  • Utilize technical and financial operation/transformation knowledge to identify complex client issues, broaden client relationships and develop a reputation as a thought leader
  • Perform accurate analysis and design effective solutions for a variety of client issues
  • Maintain a good working relationship with clients and work effectively with client management and staff at all levels to gather information and perform services
  • Communicate (verbally and in writing) externally with clients and internally with all levels of the organization to successfully accomplish objectives  
  • Perform engagement management responsibilities, including performance reviews, task delegation, project scheduling, project financials, quality review and client management
  • Interview campus and/or experienced candidates
  • Meet or exceed targeted billing hours (utilization)
  • Lead and support business development activities, such as identification, proposal development and other pursuit activities at clients
  • Mentor and develop associates, senior associates, and managers
  • Other duties as assigned

You have the following technical skills or qualifications:  

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Minimum 10 years of work-related experience in a consulting role serving cross-industry clients at a national level, or relative Finance function role(s) within industry
  • Industry recognized professional certification required
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to perform quantitative analysis and develop business cases
  • Process analysis, Reporting & Business Intelligence, Data Analysis & Reconciliation
  • Working knowledge of Close-the-books, Chart-of-Accounts, Treasury, Financial Planning and Analysis & Financial Benchmarking
  • Excellent interpersonal, facilitation and presentation skills
  • Have excellent written and verbal skills
  • Can travel as needed. Expected travel is up to 30% 

The base salary range for this position is between $197,800 and $255,904. Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton's discretion, and it is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job -related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, progression within the role, geographic location, and internal equity. At Grant Thornton, compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result - for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It's what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better. 
In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services - and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services.
In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture.
Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets.The team you're about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here's how:
Whether it's your work location, weekly schedule, or flex time off, we empower you with the options to work the way that it best serves your clients and your life. Consistent with the firm's hybrid work model, this position will require in-person attendance at least three days per week, either at a GT office or client site.   
Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household. 
We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different - and we think that's a good thing. That's why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at  www.gt.com/careers
When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we're taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at  www.gt.com/careers

Here's what you can expect next: 
If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at   www.gt.com/careers. 

Benefits:
We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that's a good thing. That's why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits
  • Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm's medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm's employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
  • Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm's medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm's employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm's 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave. 
Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.

Additional Details:         
It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
 
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of Grant Thornton LLP to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. To make an accommodation request, please contact HRHelp@us.gt.com. 

For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

For Massachusetts Applicants only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Gran Thornton does not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employments or continued employment.   

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At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result - for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It's what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.

Industry

Accounting services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

1924