Senior Director Global Shared Services (St Louis)

Why is This a Great Opportunity?

This is a key global finance leadership role that directly shapes operational excellence across a multinational organization. The Senior Director Global Shared Services will drive digital transformation, process optimization, and innovation in global finance operations. This position offers the opportunity to work with talented teams worldwide, influence enterprise-wide initiatives, and make a measurable impact on efficiency, compliance, and growth.

Job Description :

The Senior Director Global Shared Services leads the strategy, governance, and execution of finance operations across multiple regions. This includes oversight of Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Billing, Bank Reconciliations, Finance Master Data, Travel & Expense, and Procurement Card programs.

Key Responsibilities :

Oversee global finance operations, including AR, AP, invoicing, and bank reconciliations.

Govern corporate Travel & Expense (T&E) and P-Card programs.

Lead adoption and optimization of the Finance Portal for global stakeholders.

Serve as operational sponsor for the business process outsourcing (BPO) partnership.

Ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX 404, and internal controls.

Partner with controllership and regional teams to enhance cash flow forecasting.

Lead shared services audits and reporting.

Drive automation and process re-engineering initiatives.

Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation across global teams.

Qualifications : Required :

Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance.

15+ years of experience in shared services (AR, AP, billing, vendor management, cash application, payments).

10+ years of supervisory experience in global or multi-function shared services or outsourcing.

Strong understanding of SOX compliance and accounting systems.

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