About this role
As Director, Global Accounting AI Transformation, you will lead the end-to-end design and delivery of AI-enabled transformation across the Global Accounting function, spanning:
Group Accounting (Consolidation & Statutory Reporting)Record-to-Report (R2R) across all entitiesGroup Tax (including global compliance and filings)Revenue Recognition (including deal support and review processes)This role will drive the shift from manual, process-heavy accounting operations to scalable, AI-enabled workflows.
You will partner closely with Global Accounting leadership, IT, and the AI Business Unit to embed AI into core accounting processes, ensuring improved efficiency and stronger controls.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting AI Transformation
Define and own the AI transformation roadmap across R2R, consolidation, tax, and revenue recognitionLead redesign of core Accounting processes to become AI-first (e.g. close, reconciliations, tax filings, rev rec reviews)Move beyond incremental automation to end-to-end workflow transformationEmbed AI agents and automation into:Close & consolidation processesReconciliation and control frameworksTax compliance and reportingRevenue recognition and deal validationOwn end-to-end delivery of AI initiatives: from idea → design → deployment → adoptionEnsure all AI solutions align with Accounting control frameworks, audit requirements, and compliance standardsStrengthen controls through:Automated validation and exception handlingImproved audit trails and transparencyRisk detection and monitoringBuild capability within teams to design, use, and scale AI workflowsDrive adoption through:Training and AI fluency programmesWorkflow standardisationClear ownership and accountabilityAlign with broader Finance transformation programmes and operating model changes
Ideal Experience
Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent)Experience leading Global Accounting, Controllership or Shared Services functionsExperience operating within a publicly listed, multi-entity international organisationDeep knowledge of:IFRS and US GAAPSOX / Internal ControlsExternal Audit requirementsGlobal tax and transfer pricing environmentsExperience managing complex month-end and quarter-end close processes across multiple jurisdictionsAI & Technology Experience
Experience deploying AI, Generative AI, Agentic AI or Intelligent Automation solutions within Finance functionsExperience leveraging Copilot, LLMs, AI agents, RPA, workflow orchestration and automation platformsUnderstanding of AI governance, model risk management and Responsible AI principlesExperience building business cases and value realisation frameworks for AI investmentsStrong understanding of Finance data architecture and master data managementAdditional Leadership Requirements
Proven experience leading enterprise-wide Finance transformation programmes exceeding multiple regions or business unitsExperience designing and implementing Finance Target Operating ModelsTrack record of driving adoption and behavioural change in complex organisationsAbility to influence executive stakeholders including:CFOCAOGroup ControllerCIO etc We embrace flexibility and hybrid work opportunities to support diverse needs and lifestyles, while also valuing inclusive workplace experiences. By fostering a sense of community, we drive innovation, strengthen connections, and nurture belonging. Our commitment ensures you can work in a way that suits you best, while also engaging with colleagues to share ideas and build meaningful relationships.