Finance Operations, Director

PwC
Chicago, IL
Specialty/Competency: Finance
Industry/Sector: Not Applicable
Time Type: Full time
Travel Requirements: Up to 80%

At PwC, our people in finance consulting specialise in providing consulting services related to financial management and strategy. These individuals analyse client needs, develop financial solutions, and offer guidance and support to help clients optimise their financial performance, improve decision-making, and achieve their financial goals. In financial operations at PwC, you will specialise in improving the efficiency and effectiveness of financial operations within organisations. Your work will involve assessing financial processes, identify areas for improvement, and design and implement solutions to streamline financial operations, enhance controls, and reduce costs. You will be responsible for providing guidance on financial systems implementation, process automation, and financial shared services.

Translating the vision, you set the tone, and inspire others to follow. Your role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping the direction of client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion and a commercial mindset are all foundational to our success. You create a healthy working environment while maximising client satisfaction. You cultivate the potential in others and actively team across the PwC Network, understanding tradeoffs, and leveraging our collective strength.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

  • Lead in line with our values and brand.
  • Develop new ideas, solutions, and structures; drive thought leadership.
  • Solve problems by exploring multiple angles and using creativity, encouraging others to do the same.
  • Balance long-term, short-term, detail-oriented, and big picture thinking.
  • Make strategic choices and drive change by addressing system-level enablers.
  • Promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together.
  • Identify gaps in the market and convert opportunities to success for the Firm.
  • Adhere to and enforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance) the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

The Opportunity

As part of the Finance Consulting Team, you will advise global organizations on improving efficiency in finance cycles such as Record-to-Report and Order-to-Cash and deliver process driven transformation utilizing leading Finance technology solutions. As a Director, you will lead large projects and innovate processes, focusing on achieving results and maintaining operational excellence. You will interact with clients at a senior level, drive overall project success, and develop top-performing, diverse, and inclusive teams.

Responsibilities

- Lead implementation of Finance technology solutions

- Maintain operational excellence through strategic advising

- Engage with clients at a senior level to drive successful outcomes

- Develop and lead top-performing, diverse teams

- Provide technical proficiency and strategic advice

- Validate project outcomes and incorporate client feedback

- Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment

What You Must Have

- Bachelor's Degree

- At least 10 years of experience

What Sets You Apart

- Master of Business Administration in Finance & Technology, Business Analytics, Information Technology, Banking and Insurance, or Data Processing/Analytics/Science preferred

- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Six Sigma, Project Management Professional (PMP), or Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) preferred

- Proficiency in finance efficiency and effectiveness

- Possessing knowledge of core finance cycles

- Demonstrating familiarity with finance technologies

- Business intelligence tools experience

- Developing finance operating models

- Building client relationships

- Supervising and coaching teams

Learn more about how we work:

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy:

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law. 

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines:

The salary range for this position is: $155,000 - $410,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link:
Posted 2026-02-09

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