Senior Manager - Finance AI & Data Strategy

Responsibilities

• Lead Finance-specific AI strategy engagements — define a compelling vision for how data and AI can reinvent core Finance functions including FP&A, Controllership, Financial Close, Treasury, and Tax.
• Apply an engineering problem‑solving mindset — creatively identify where AI, automation, and data solutions can eliminate friction, reduce manual effort, and generate new insight within Finance processes.
• Conduct Finance AI and Data Assessments — evaluate the maturity of a client's Finance data assets, technology stack, and AI readiness to identify highest‑value transformation opportunities.
• Design Finance Process Reinvention — map current Finance processes, identify AI intervention points, and develop future‑state process designs that embed intelligence at their core.
• Develop Finance AI Functional Designs — translate Finance process requirements into AI solution designs, working closely with technology and data engineering teams to ensure buildability and fit.
• Build the business case and roadmap — create investment profiles, value models, and sequenced roadmaps to deliver Finance AI transformations with measurable ROI.
• Shape AI Operating Model design — define the people, processes, governance, and technology structures needed to sustain AI‑enabled Finance operations.
• Infuse Responsible AI — embed ethical AI principles into Finance AI strategy and solution design, ensuring auditability, explainability, and compliance with Finance regulatory requirements.
• Build trusted client relationships — serve as a credible advisor to CFOs and Finance leadership, combining Finance domain fluency with hands‑on AI and data expertise.
• Originate and shape new opportunities — lead go‑to‑market activities, develop points of view, and drive the full sales cycle for Finance AI & Data engagements.
• Ability to travel up to 80%; travel as needed based on client expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• 7+ years of experience in Finance functional roles or Finance transformation consulting — direct, hands‑on experience working within or transforming Finance functions (FP&A, Controllership, Financial Close, Treasury, or Tax)
• 7+ years of AI & Data experience — solutioning, designing, or delivering AI & Data projects, with demonstrated application to Finance use cases
• 7+ years of high‑value consulting experience, including large‑scale delivery with minimal oversight and proven ability to lead workstreams and meet deadlines
• 2+ years in AI & Data delivery specifically within finance space
• Demonstrable experience with one or more of the following in a Finance context:
  • Finance AI Strategy & Business Case development
  • Finance Data Assessment
  • Finance AI Technology Assessment
  • Finance Process Reinvention
  • Finance Process AI Functional Design
  • AI Operating Model Design for Finance functions
• Experience leading senior‑level (C‑suite or C‑level minus 1) conversations, including with CFOs and Finance leadership
• Engineering problem‑solver mindset — ability to apply technology creatively to complex Finance business problems
• Strong program management and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Driven and entrepreneurial: ability to originate and shape new deals and lead go‑to‑market activities
• Excellent leadership and people skills: proven ability to build effective teams, foster collaboration and inclusion, and build strong client relationships
• Fluent in English (both spoken and written)

Nice to Have

• Master's degree in a relevant field (Finance, Data Science, Computer Science, Business, or related)
• Experience with Finance AI platforms and tools (Anaplan, OneStream, SAP, Oracle EPM, Workiva, or AI‑native Finance tools)
• Familiarity with Finance regulatory and compliance frameworks relevant to AI (SOX, IFRS, GAAP)

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, including location, role, skill set, and level of experience.

Annual Salary Ranges (USD):

• California: $132,500 – $338,300
• Cleveland: $122,700 – $270,600
• Colorado: $132,500 – $292,200
• District of Columbia: $141,100 – $311,200
• Illinois: $122,700 – $292,200
• Maine: $112,900 – $249,000
• Maryland: $132,500 – $292,200
• Massachusetts: $132,500 – $311,200
• Minnesota: $132,500 – $292,200
• New York: $122,700 – $338,300
• New Jersey: $141,100 – $338,300
• Virginia: $122,700 – $311,200
• Washington: $141,100 – $311,200

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