Cushman & Wakefield · 22 hours ago
Global Director of Planning, Consolidation and Reporting Systems
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$153K/yr - $180K/yr
10+ years expCushman & Wakefield is seeking a highly experienced Director of Financial Planning, Consolidation and Reporting Systems to lead their financial information systems efforts. The role involves managing and enhancing financial consolidation and planning systems, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with regulatory standards.
CommercialCommercial Real EstateConsultingLeasingLegalProperty Management
Responsibilities
Lead in partnership with the Cushman & Wakefield Finance Transformation Team the strategic implementation of planning, consolidation and reporting systems
Evolve the strategic roadmap of finance systems in the areas of planning, consolidation and reporting (management & external reporting)
Oversee the migration and integration of our on-premise Oracle systems (HFM, Essbase, FDMEE, Hyperion Planning) to OneStream
Collaborate closely with the Cushman & Wakefield Controllership and FP&A to ensure seamless operation, business processes execution and alignment of financial systems with organizational goals
Drive the continuous improvement of planning and reporting processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with Regulatory as well as Cushman&Wakefield standards
Manage relationships with external vendors and consultants, ensuring the successful delivery of projects within scope, time, and budget
Provide expert guidance and leadership in troubleshooting system issues, optimizing performance, and implementing best practices
Drive the continuous improvement of financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with regulatory standards, including SOX
Conduct training and support for end-users to maximize the effectiveness and adoption of financial systems
Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in financial systems, making recommendations for future improvements or implementations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or a related field; an advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA, PMP) are highly desirable
Proven experience in leading large-scale OneStream implementations and system migrations in a corporate environment
Extensive experience working within the finance departments of large corporations, with a deep understanding of financial processes, reporting, and compliance requirements
Excellent leadership and project management skills, with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and complex projects
Solid understanding of IT controls and SOX compliance, with experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining controls within financial systems
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Minimum of 10 years of experience in financial planning and consolidation systems, with a strong focus on OneStream as well as Oracle on-premise EPM (HFM, Essbase, FDMEE, Hyperion Planning)
Preferred
Consulting background with a track record of delivering high-impact financial system projects is desirable
Workday Financials and HCM experience is also desired
Benefits
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life, and disability insurance programs
Paid and unpaid time away from work
Company
Cushman & Wakefield
Cushman & Wakefield is a real estate services firm that offers retail investment, energy management, and property services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$734.8MKey Investors
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2023-10-10Post Ipo Debt· $223.8M
2023-08-08Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2022-10-13Post Ipo Debt· $27.3M
Leadership Team
Matthew Bouw
CEO Asia Pacific & EMEA
Michelle M. MacKay
CEO
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