Role Description
The Finance Transformation team builds scalable, global finance processes by leveraging technology to enable the Finance & Accounting (F&A) team to support CrowdStrike’s rapid growth. Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance Transformation, this role will be responsible for managing F&A’s AI transformation roadmap by partnering with functional leaders and IT and Data stakeholders to identify high-value AI use cases, build AI solutions, roll out AI enablement programs, and establish AI governance.
What You'll Do
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F&A AI Transformation Roadmap
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Define the F&A AI operating model, charter, and governance forums.
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Maintain F&A’s AI transformation roadmap including AI project intake, prioritization, and implementation.
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Evaluate new AI platforms, embedded ERP / Enterprise systems AI features, and specialist Finance AI tools.
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Maintain a current view of the Finance AI tooling landscape and recommend investment.
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AI Use Case Identification & Value Realization
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Partner with Finance & Accounting Process Leads (Quote-to-Cash, Record-to-Report, Source-to-Pay, FP&A, Specialized Finance) to surface and shape high-value AI opportunities.
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Develop and maintain a prioritized portfolio of business use cases including expected ROI, feasibility, risk scoring, and change impact.
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Track benefits realization post-deployment and refine the pipeline based on outcomes.
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Solution Delivery Oversight
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Manage AI solution proof of concept delivery through partnership with IT, Data, Security, and Vendors.
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Ensure AI solutions integrate cleanly with other finance systems and manage transition activities needed to scale successful pilots into Production.
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Evaluate build-vs.-buy decisions and lead vendor selection where applicable.
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AI Enablement Program
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Design and deliver role-based learning paths for the Finance & Accounting function – from analyst to Controller – covering prompt craft, tool fluency, and judgment in AI-assisted work.
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Build and run a Finance & Accounting AI Champions network to drive grassroots adoption and feedback.
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Lead change management and adoption campaigns; measure capability uplift and behavioral adoption.
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Establish and Own F&A Governance Framework
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Establish Finance-specific AI guidelines aligned to enterprise AI policy, covering data handling, model risk, SOX implications, auditability, and human-in-the-loop requirements.
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Educate the function on acceptable use, escalation paths, and documentation expectations.
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Monitor compliance and partner with Information Security, Vendor Risk Legal, and Internal Audit on assurance activities.
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Define and report adoption, productivity, quality, and value-realized KPIs.
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Provide Executive-ready updates on Finance & Accounting AI portfolio, outcomes, and emerging risks.
Qualifications
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12+ years combined experience in Finance or Accounting Transformation, with at least 3+ years delivering AI, automation, or advanced analytics initiatives.
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Demonstrated experience standing up and/or scaling AI transformation programs.
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Strong working knowledge of core Finance and Accounting processes (Close, Consolidation, FP&A, Controls Frameworks).
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Proven track record influencing senior stakeholders (Sr. Director / VP / CFO-level).
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Bachelor’s in Finance, Accounting, IS or related discipline; MBA, CPA, or CMA preferred.
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Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.
Benefits
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Market leader in compensation and equity awards.
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Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs.
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Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge.
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Paid parental and adoption leaves.
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Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role.
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Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections.
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Vibrant office culture with world class amenities.
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Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe.