Apple · 1 week ago
Director, Finance Technology Solutions - IS&T
Sunnyvale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$305K/yr - $487K/yr
15+ years expApple is a leading technology company known for its innovative products and services. They are seeking an accomplished Director for Finance Technology Solutions to oversee the technology strategy and delivery for finance functions across their global enterprise, driving comprehensive finance transformation and ensuring alignment with Apple's strategic objectives.
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Responsibilities
Define and execute the strategic roadmap for IT solutions supporting Apple's global finance functions, aligning technology initiatives with business priorities
Champion and lead the exploration, development, and implementation of Generative AI and other advanced technologies to significantly advance and accelerate IS&T's support for Finance, with a clear focus on minimizing manual effort and driving intelligent automation
Lead the prioritization and deprioritization of Finance solutioning efforts within IS&T, making data-driven decisions that balance innovation, compliance, and operational efficiency across a complex portfolio
Possess a deep and nuanced understanding of SOX audit requirements and IS&T's responsibilities in maintaining robust IT controls, ensuring all financial systems and processes meet stringent regulatory standards
Serve as the IS&T owner for Finance TCO, driving financial stewardship, optimizing investments, and ensuring maximum value delivery for all finance-related IT initiatives
Drive a culture of efficiency by promoting the principle of re-use across all solution development, actively identifying and eliminating duplication of effort to maximize resource effectiveness
Formulate and implement standardized approaches for common finance initiatives, creating a robust capabilities matrix that frees up bandwidth for strategic innovation and enables the team to disrupt traditional methods
Build and nurture strong, collaborative relationships with Finance business leaders across corporate and regional offices worldwide, acting as a trusted advisor and strategic partner
Expertly navigate the complexities of global operations, discerning when worldwide solutions are appropriate versus where regional modifications or bespoke solutions are essential to meet specific market or regulatory needs
Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team of technology professionals, fostering an environment of continuous learning, technical excellence, and innovation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
15+ years of progressive experience in IT leadership roles, with at least 8+ years focused on delivering technology solutions for Finance organizations in a large, global enterprise
Proven experience at a Director level or equivalent, managing complex portfolios of projects and leading significant technology transformations
Deep expertise in financial processes (e.g., General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, FP&A, Tax, Revenue Recognition, Cost Accounting)
Exceptional understanding of SOX compliance, IT General Controls (ITGCs), and the role of IS&T in audit readiness and ongoing compliance
Demonstrated experience in leveraging emerging technologies, particularly Generative AI, Machine Learning, or advanced analytics, to drive business value and automation within a finance context
Strong background and hands-on experience with enterprise-level ERP systems, specifically SAP S/4HANA, and proficiency with data warehousing and analytics platforms such as Snowflake, data science platforms like Dataiku, and traditional relational databases like Oracle RDBMS
Preferred
Master's degree (MBA, MS) or relevant certifications (e.g., CPA, PMP, TOGAF) are highly preferred
Outstanding strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to translate complex business challenges into effective technology strategies
Superior communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build consensus among diverse stakeholders across all levels of the organization, globally
Proven ability to manage TCO, prioritize initiatives, and make tough decisions that balance short-term needs with long-term strategic goals
Experience leading and developing high-performing teams in a fast-paced, dynamic, and innovative environment
A global mindset, with experience in managing solutions that cater to both worldwide standards and regional specificities
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation
Company
Apple
Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
10001+ employees
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