Director, Finance Operations

As the largest multi-brand luxury retailer in the world, Saks Global is dedicated to redefining luxury shopping through personalized customer experiences and cutting-edge technology. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of luxury retail and make a significant impact in the industry. **Key Responsibilities:** - Partner with IT and transformation teams to enhance finance systems such as ERP, AP automation, and reconciliation tools. - Champion the use of data and analytics in operational reporting and decision-making. - Lead strategic transformation programs to optimize end-to-end finance processes, focusing on efficiency, standardization, and automation. - Shape the vision and roadmap for finance operations aligned with business priorities, scalability needs, and digital transformation goals. - Embed a data-driven mindset by leveraging analytics, AI, and RPA to enhance performance, predict trends, and drive continuous improvement. - Develop a leadership pipeline, mentor high-potential talent, and foster a culture of accountability and performance. - Design and implement scalable financial processes, controls, and systems to support business growth and operational efficiency. - Manage the FP&A function to deliver forecasts, budgets, and variance analyses that drive strategic decision-making. - Direct sales audit processes to ensure revenue accuracy, compliance with internal policies, and identification of anomalies or fraud. - Collaborate with IT, HR, Procurement, and other departments to optimize end-to-end financial processes. - Drive process automation, system upgrades, and the implementation of best practices across all finance operations. - Foster a culture of continuous learning, performance accountability, and operational excellence. - Build a world-class team and develop talent across various positions. **Qualifications:** - Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field. - 15-20 years of progressive experience in finance operations, with a strong record of leading large teams and transformation initiatives within a GCC/GBS or global enterprise. - Demonstrated success in process re-engineering, automation, and digital enablement (AI/ML, RPA, workflow tools). - Strong understanding of ERP and finance systems (e.g., Oracle, Workday) and operational controls frameworks (e.g., SOX or internal audit standards). - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to manage complexity and prioritize effectively. - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across multiple functions and geographies. - Proven experience in project and change management within finance operations. **Preferred Skills:** - MBA or equivalent advanced degree in Business or Operations Management. - Experience in retail or consumer-facing industries with complex, high-volume transaction environments. - Prior experience in setting up or scaling global finance operations or shared services. - Exposure to service delivery metrics, governance models, and continuous improvement frameworks (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.).,