Finance Transformation Leader: 26-00118

Primary Skills: Transformation (Expert), Data Analytics (Proficient), Cloud Solutions (Advanced), ERP (Proficient), Finance Processes (Expert) Contract Type: W2/C2C only Duration: 6+ Months Contract (High possibility of extension) Location: 100% Remote Pay Range: $80 - $110 Per Hour on W2 Job Summary: This senior leadership role focuses on redefining finance operations from the ground up, utilizing advanced technologies and data insights to streamline processes, reduce manual efforts, and drive financial accuracy and forecasting. The ideal candidate will lead large-scale finance modernization projects, bridge the gap between financial requirements and technology execution, and foster a forward-looking finance department through intelligent data use, automation, and cloud architectures. Collaborating closely with CFO organizations, IT departments, and external partners, this role aims to transform finance into a predictive, rather than reactive, function. Key Responsibilities: • Redesign end-to-end finance processes, including Source-to-Pay (S2P), Procure-to-Pay (P2P), Order-to-Cash (O2C), and Financial Reporting, to minimize handoffs and speed up close cycles. • Lead cloud ERP modernization efforts, primarily focusing on SAP S/4HANA, to ensure a cohesive and reliable financial data ecosystem. • Utilize finance data for forecasting, spend optimization, and scenario modeling, applying automation and AI for enhanced decision-making. • Develop scalable cloud architecture strategies in partnership with hyperscalers (AWS, Azure, GCP) to facilitate real-time insights and predictive forecasting. • Maintain a strong enterprise architecture mindset, driving initiatives that enable finance to be more proactive and forward-looking. Must-Have Skills: • Proven experience in ERP (especially SAP S/4HANA) transformation and modernization projects. • Deep understanding of data analytics and management within the finance domain. • Strong competence in deploying automation and AI/ML technologies to revolutionize finance functions. • Candidates with a background in finance transformation consulting, ERP transformation programs, finance systems and data leadership roles, or as product/program leaders in finance platforms are highly desirable. ABOUT AKRAYA Akraya is an award-winning IT staffing firm consistently recognized for our commitment to excellence and a thriving work environment. Most recently, we were recognized Inc's Best Workplaces 2024 and Silicon Valley's Best Places to Work by the San Francisco Business Journal (2024) and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work (2023 & 2022)! Industry Leaders in IT Staffing As staffing solutions providers for Fortune 100 companies, Akraya's industry recognitions solidify our leadership position in the IT staffing space. We don't just connect you with great jobs, we connect you with a workplace that inspires! Join Akraya Today! Let us lead you to your dream career and experience the Akraya difference. Browse our open positions and join our team! Apply tot his job Apply To this Job