Global Finance Director
Job Summary
We are looking for a Global Finance Director to play a key role in leading the transformation of the Finance organization.
The ideal candidate combines strong financial leadership with hands-on experience in ERP implementations finance transformation initiatives and SaaS environments. This is a highly visible leadership role requiring strategic thinking operational excellence and the ability to drive complex cross-functional initiatives across a global organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the trusted business partner supporting the execution of the global Finance strategy.
- Lead Finance transformation initiatives including process optimization automation organizational redesign and standardization.
- Lead ERP implementation and optimization projects with a strong preference for experience implementingMicrosoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations.
- Drive the modernization and scalability of Finance processes to support a fast-growing global organization.
- Oversee the Companys financial reporting process ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of monthly quarterly and annual financial statements.
- Manage relationships with external auditors and coordinate the annual audit process ensuring timely resolution of audit matters.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards regulatory requirements internal policies and corporate governance frameworks.
- Partner with IT Operations HR and business leaders to successfully deliver strategic Finance projects.
- Oversee month-end and year-end close processes actual vs. budget and forecast analysis.
- Lead and supportM&A activities including financial due diligence deal execution review of Share Purchase Agreements (SPA) and Shareholders Agreements (SHA) PPA and coordination with internal and external advisors.
- DrivePost-Merger Integration (PMI)initiatives ensuring the successful integration of finance processes systems controls reporting and organizational structures.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automation AI and best-in-class Finance practices.
- Support strategic initiatives organizational changes and cross-functional transformation projects.
Requirements
- CPA or equivalent accounting qualification.
- 15 years of progressive Finance experience including senior leadership roles.
- Proven experience as a Finance Director or equivalent leadership position.
- Willingness and ability to be hands-on actively engaging in day-to-day execution and detailed problem-solving alongside strategic oversight.
- Demonstrated experience leading ERP implementation projects preferablyMicrosoft Dynamics 365.
- Significant experience working in aSaaScompany with a strong understanding of SaaS business models and financial metrics.
- Proven track record in Finance transformation projects including process redesign automation and change management.
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting budgeting forecasting and internal controls.
- Excellent project management and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience working in a global multinational environment.
- Strong analytical communication and leadership skills.
Sapiens is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive work environment that embraces individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Required Experience:
Director