Finance Transformation Senior Manager at Grant Thornton

DescriptionAs a Finance Modernization Director youll be responsible for business process analysis requirements definition efforts for remediating gaps cost and cycle time analysis/remediation and the communication and change management required to ensure the success of our clients all with the resources environment and support to help you excel.From day one youll collaborate with our Finance Modernization Practice to help clients transform their finance and operations functions both process-related and reporting as well as design and implement sustainable models that streamline operations and comply to business needs. This role looks beyond just control points and focuses on Finance Process Optimization changes that achieve necessary business transformation.Your day-to-day may include:Lead multiple client service delivery teams in the active execution of engagements to help ensure compliance with firm and practice unit service delivery standardsUtilize technical and financial operation/transformation knowledge to identify complex client issues broaden client relationships and develop a reputation as a thought leaderPerform accurate analysis and design effective solutions for a variety of client issuesMaintain a good working relationship with clients and work effectively with client management and staff at all levels to gather information and perform servicesCommunicate (verbally and in writing) externally with clients and internally with all levels of the organization to successfully accomplish objectives Perform engagement management responsibilities including performance reviews task delegation project scheduling project financials quality review and client managementInterview campus and/or experienced candidatesMeet or exceed targeted billing hours (utilization)Lead and support business development activities such as identification proposal development and other pursuit activities at clientsMentor and develop associates senior associates and managersOther duties as assignedYou have the following technical skills or qualifications: Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related fieldMinimum 10 years of work-related experience in a consulting role serving cross-industry clients at a national level or relative Finance function role(s) within industryIndustry recognized professional certification requiredStrong analytical skills and ability to perform quantitative analysis and develop business casesProcess analysis Reporting & Business Intelligence Data Analysis & ReconciliationWorking knowledge of Close-the-books Chart-of-Accounts Treasury Financial Planning and Analysis & Financial BenchmarkingExcellent interpersonal facilitation and presentation skillsHave excellent written and verbal skillsCan travel as needed. Expected travel is up to 30%The base salary range for this position in Chicago IL only is between $184000 and $276000.Required Experience:Senior Manager Key Skills Accounting Software,Time Management,Accounts Administration,Accounts Receivable,Accounts Reconciliation,Administrative Skill,Leadership skills,Accounting & Finance,Accounts Management,Communication,Analysis Skills,Relationship Management,Team Player Spirit,Budgeting Skills,Accounts Payable Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 184000 - 276000