Sr. Director Of Finance Applications
As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn't changed we're here to stop breaches, and we've redefined modern security with the world's most advanced AI-native platform. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We're also a mission-driven company. We cultivate a culture that gives every CrowdStriker both the flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. We're always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.
About the Role
As CrowdStrike's Sr. Director of Finance Applications, you will grow an organization designed to create the infrastructure and systems that enable operations teams to scale and achieve process excellence. Success will require partnering with key stakeholders to ensure our systems and practices support CrowdStrike's overall Business Strategy. You will be responsible for achieving the required functionality, ease of execution and scalability across all Finance Systems.
What You'll Do
- Partner, collaborate and develop strong relationships with Finance leaders to understand business needs in support of the digital strategy, corporate objectives, and major functional objectives
- Serve as the IT owner for Finance systems and partner cross functionally to ensure systems integrate and operate as designed and intended to support global process execution
- Lead a high-performing team of business and technical analysts, providing mentorship, career development, and strategic direction to ensure organizational success and employee growth
- Communicate effectively and confidently with technologists, team members, and leadership, translating technical concepts to business value statements
- Perform gap assessments, formulate investment proposals, and partner with the Office of the CIO organization to develop roadmaps that optimally reflect corporate priorities and balancing of resources
- Manage demand and drive execution of a portfolio of projects through effective prioritization, planning (e.g. clear definition of objectives, success criteria, risks, scope, timelines, cost), vendor management and oversight
- Develop, document, and maintain process, system, integration and data architectures for Finance eco-systems
- Utilize best practices for defining business capabilities, understanding core requirements, and managing vendors for implementation and ongoing support
- Implement integrated and automated processes that drive efficiency and be audit ready at all times; sustain knowledge continuity through appropriate level of documentation, cross training and vendor management
What You'll Need
Bachelor's degree in related field; MBA or similar certification is a plus15+ plus years of progressively increasing responsibility in IT applications with a minimum of 8 years partnering and working with Finance functions on the implementation of new business capabilities enabled by ITExperience in the Cloud Software industry is a plusStrong business acumen along with proven collaboration and facilitation skillsThe ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial business processes with several years of experience with multiple best-in-class solutionsExtensive business system analysis skills and strong experience with system development lifecycle methodologies (e.g. Agile, Waterfall)Grit, can-do attitude. Ability and willingness to roll up sleeves as needed to ensure group successExperience in change management and influencing across complex areas such as process design, tradeoffs in systems, scaling programs through company life stages, etcProven track record of influencing, leading and facilitating initiatives with multiple senior stakeholdersGrowth mindset, sense of curiosity and strong problem-solving skills. Strong attention to detail, organization, and the highest standards for accuracy and precisionStrong planning, project management and vendor management skills including establishment of managed services for application supportHighly organized, detailed oriented individual who can multi-task and achieve results via teamwork and using consultative approachesPast experience managing IT portfolios and budgets is a plusThis role will require the candidate to periodically undergo and pass additional background and fingerprint check(s) consistent with government customer requirements.
Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike
Remote-friendly and flexible work cultureMarket leader in compensation and equity awardsComprehensive physical and mental wellness programsCompetitive vacation and holidays for rechargePaid parental and adoption leavesProfessional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or roleEmployee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connectionsVibrant office culture with world class amenitiesGreat Place to Work Certified across the globeCrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.