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Apollo Global Management, Inc. · 1 week ago

COO, Global Business Finance Modernization Lead

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$190K/yr - $250K/yr

10+ years exp

Apollo Global Management, Inc. is a high-growth, global alternative asset manager. The Chief Operating Officer (COO), Global Business Finance Modernization Lead will drive modernization and transformation across Apollo’s global finance organization, overseeing key transformation programs to enhance operational efficiency and support the firm's growth ambitions.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Partner with the AAM CFO, GBF COO and senior Finance leaders to define and execute a multi-year Finance Transformation roadmap, aligning process redesign, technology modernization, and data strategy with business priorities

Lead the design and implementation of a new finance operating model, including process simplification, automation, and governance improvements

Serve as the primary business lead for major cross-functional initiatives (e.g., ERP modernization, reporting automation, and finance analytics)

Drive the adoption of new tools, systems, and ways of working to enhance Finance’s scalability and agility

Establish and lead change management projects and programs within Finance, responsible for governance, tracking, and performance reporting of all key initiatives

Define success metrics and ensure transformation goals are achieved through disciplined project management, stakeholder engagement, and risk management

Partner with Engineering, HC and Operations to deliver coordinated enterprise-wide change programs impacting Finance

Champion process optimization and operational excellence initiatives across all finance functions, including accounting, FP&A, tax, treasury, and reporting

Identify and implement best practices in automation, workflow, and data utilization to improve accuracy, timeliness, and insight generation

Embed a culture of accountability and data-driven decision-making within the Finance function

Lead and mentor a team of high-performing professionals, fostering a collaborative, high-trust environment

Promote professional development, training, and succession planning to ensure sustainable organizational capability

Partner with HR and Finance leadership to strengthen culture, engagement, and communication throughout transformation

Qualification

Finance transformationERP modernizationData managementAutomation initiativesFinancial acumenStakeholder managementProject managementAnalytical skillsChange managementCommunication skillsTeam leadershipCollaboration

Required

10+ years of experience in finance transformation, consulting, or operations leadership within asset management, financial services, or a related industry

Proven success in leading large-scale transformation programs, including finance process re-engineering, ERP or data modernization, and automation initiatives

Strong financial acumen and understanding of core finance processes (close & consolidation, FP&A, reporting, and controls)

Demonstrated ability to manage change across complex, global organizations—balancing strategic vision with operational discipline

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior executives and cross-functional teams

Strong analytical and project management skills; familiarity with tools such as Power BI, Alteryx, Anaplan, or OneStream is a plus

Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred

Preferred

Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred

Benefits

Apollo relies on its people to keep it a leader in alternative investment management, and the firm’s benefit programs are crafted to offer meaningful coverage for both you and your family.