Managing Director Finance Jobs in Rutherford, NJ

Director, Finance

Are you a strategic finance leader who thrives on driving financial planning, forecasting, and executive decision-making?

Do you enjoy partnering with senior leaders to deliver financial insights, optimize business performance, and support enterprise-wide strategic initiatives?

About the Role

As the Director, Finance, you will lead enterprise financial planning, forecasting, reporting, cash flow analysis, and governance activities that support Conduent's strategic and operational objectives. In this highly visible leadership role, you'll partner closely with Finance, Treasury, Accounting, Investor Relations, and business leaders to deliver meaningful financial insights, strengthen planning processes, and drive informed decision-making across the organization.

You'll oversee annual planning cycles, executive and Board reporting, liquidity analysis, financial modeling, and transformation initiatives while ensuring the integrity of financial reporting and compliance processes. This role is ideal for a collaborative finance leader with exceptional analytical skills, executive presence, and the ability to influence business strategy in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Leading annual planning, budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning activities for corporate functions and enterprise initiatives.
• Coordinating quarterly forecast processes, planning calendars, forecasting templates, and financial outlooks.
• Developing forecasts and supporting annual operating plan development.
• Managing workforce planning activities, including large-scale headcount transfers and related financial impacts.
• Preparing executive financial reviews, budget presentations, and strategic planning materials.
• Partnering with Treasury to support short-term and long-range cash forecasting, liquidity planning, and working capital analysis.
• Preparing quarterly Board of Directors materials, executive presentations, Investor Relations deliverables, and enterprise financial reporting packages.
• Developing financial dashboards, reporting models, and performance metrics that support executive decision-making.
• Managing enterprise allocation methodologies, validating allocation results, and ensuring consistency across financial reporting processes.
• Supporting monthly close activities, governance processes, goodwill impairment analyses, restructuring initiatives, and financial compliance requirements.
• Performing financial modeling, valuation analyses, business case development, and financial assessments supporting strategic transactions and transformation initiatives.
• Partnering with senior leaders to provide financial guidance, recommendations, and strategic insights across the organization.
• Supporting enterprise cost transformation initiatives by monitoring savings targets, tracking financial performance, and developing executive reporting.
• Leading and developing finance professionals while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Driving operational excellence by identifying opportunities to improve financial planning, reporting processes, and governance activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Corporate Finance, Treasury, Accounting, or a related finance function.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and executive reporting.
• Experience preparing presentations and financial analyses for executive leadership and Boards of Directors.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, financial planning systems, and reporting tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence executive stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and lead cross-functional initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated leadership experience developing teams and building strong partnerships across Finance, Treasury, Accounting, Investor Relations, HR, and business functions.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA, CPA, CFA, or other advanced financial certification.
• Experience working within a publicly traded company.
• Experience supporting Board of Directors, Investor Relations, and executive leadership reporting.
• Experience supporting restructuring activities, business transformation initiatives, mergers and acquisitions, or other strategic finance projects.

Flexible Working

At Conduent, we value individuality and flexible working arrangements. In this role, you can expect:

• Onsite work: Work in our local office, receiving personal coaching and leadership so that you can provide the best support to our clients and help you grow in your career.

Working for You

We offer perks and rewards designed to support you:

Health & Welfare Benefits: Comprehensive plans tailored to your needs, effective from day one.
Retirement Savings: Robust programs to help you secure your financial future.
Employee Discounts: Access to a wide range of discounts on merchandise, services, travel, and more.
Career Growth Opportunities: Paths for advancement within a global organization.
Paid Training: Learn while you earn with award-winning learning platforms.
Paid Time Off: Competitive PTO packages to help you recharge.
Great Work Environment: Join an award-winning culture that values diversity and inclusion.

Join Us

At Conduent, we are united by a shared mission. We understand that our success is driven by the success of our associates. When you join us, you'll find opportunities to:

Bring your authentic self to work every day.
Grow and thrive both personally and professionally.
Make a meaningful impact with our clients, in our communities, and for the millions of people we serve.

With over 50,000 associates in 24 countries, you'll be part of a global team that's shaping the future - for the company and for yourself.

Pay Transparency

Pay Transparency Laws in some locations require disclosure of compensation and/or benefits-related information. For this position, actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. In addition to base pay, this position, based on business need, may be eligible for a bonus or incentive. In addition, Conduent provides a variety of benefits to employees including health insurance coverage, voluntary dental and vision programs, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO) or vacation and/or sick time. The estimated salary range for this role is ($123,720 - $165,000).

Through our dedicated associates, Conduent delivers mission-critical services and solutions on behalf of Fortune 100 companies and over 500 governments - creating exceptional outcomes for our clients and the millions of people who count on them. You have an opportunity to personally thrive, make a difference and be part of a culture where individuality is noticed and valued every day.

Conduent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, gender identity, gender expression, sex/gender, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, use of a guide dog or service animal, military/veteran status, citizenship status, basis of genetic information, or any other group protected by law.

For US applicants: People with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to apply for or compete for employment with Conduent may request such accommodation(s) by submitting their request through this form that must be downloaded:  click here to access or download the form.  Complete the form and then email it as an attachment to FTADAAA@conduent.com. You may also click here to access Conduent's ADAAA Accommodation Policy.