Program Manager - Finance Shared Services

We are seeking a highly strategic and influential Global Finance Program Manager to lead complex finance transformation initiatives across our global organization. This role will be responsible for driving the adoption and successful delivery of AI-enabled solutions within Finance, with a particular focus on Record-to-Report (RTR) processes, accounting operations, and enterprise-wide transformation programs.

The successful candidate will partner closely with senior Finance leaders, Global Process Owners, PMO teams, Accounting stakeholders, Technology teams, and executive leadership to define, deliver, and scale AI-driven initiatives that enhance efficiency, controls, decision-making, and business outcomes.

This role requires exceptional stakeholder management capabilities, strong program leadership experience, and the ability to influence Director-level and senior executives across multiple geographies and functions.

Program Leadership & Delivery

Finance AI Strategy & Transformation

Stakeholder Management & Executive Influence

Change Management & Communications

Risk Management & Governance

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of professional experience within Finance, Accounting, Shared Services, Transformation, or Program Management.
• 5+ years of experience in Record-to-Report (RTR), Accounting Operations, or Finance Transformation environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading global, cross-functional transformation programs.
• Strong understanding of Finance processes including Record-to-Report, Financial Close, Controls, Reporting, and Shared Services operations.
• Experience managing senior stakeholders across multiple regions and functions.
• Proven ability to influence and drive alignment at Director level and above.
• Strong project and program management expertise, including governance, risk management, and change management.
• Experience delivering AI, automation, digital transformation, or data-driven initiatives within Finance.
• Knowledge of large-scale ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent finance systems.
• Experience working within multinational organizations and global shared service environments.
• PMP, Prince2, Agile, or equivalent project management certification.
• Finance qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or equivalent) is advantageous.

Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay and structure Bonus, as well as benefits such as

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The base pay for this position is

N/A

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

General / Shared Services

DIVISION:

IFO International Finance

LOCATION:

Ireland > Dublin : Block G, Cherrywood, Cherrywood Business Park

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

Ireland > Galway : Parkmore East Business Park, United States > Abbott Park : AP52

WORK SHIFT:

Ie - Cw 37.5A (Ireland)

TRAVEL:

Yes, 25 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Not Applicable