Finance Operations Global Process Owner

The Finance Operations Global Process Owner (GPO) is responsible for the stewardship, continuous improvement, and transformation of core finance processes across all in-scope geographies. Reporting to the Operations Delivery Manager, the GPO drives global process standardization, ensures alignment with regulatory and organizational requirements, and supports service delivery teams in achieving operational excellence. The GPO acts as a thought leader, influencing policy and strategy to deliver measurable improvements in cost, productivity, and quality.

Main Responsibilities / Accountabilities:

Process Stewardship

Design and maintain end-to-end global processes to support consistent service delivery and compliance across all regions.

Collaborate with client GPOs to address country-specific exceptions and ensure alignment with global standards.

Resolve or escalate service issues related to process design in partnership with client stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement & Transformation

Lead initiatives to improve process efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness, leveraging industry benchmarks and new technologies.

Track and report key business metrics to demonstrate the impact of transformation efforts.

Guide and support service delivery teams in ongoing improvement projects.

Service Delivery Support

Review and approve new process requests or changes to meet evolving business needs.

Assess delivery issues and identify trends or deficiencies for targeted process updates.

Thought Leadership

Serve as a recognized expert in finance process management, advising on policy and strategy.

Foster a culture of innovation by introducing best practices and emerging technologies.

Basic Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance operations (such as P2P, 02C, and R2R)

Minimum of 5 years of experience in program and project management

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience in a leadership role, ideally within the finance and/or retail industry

Data analysis and visualization

Experience working as a Professional Services Provider

Professional Skills Requirements:

Strong communication skills, oral and written

Client stakeholder relationship management

Strong communication, negotiation, and project facilitation skills.

Proven ability to manage global teams and drive cross-functional collaboration.

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.

The application window for this job will remain open until at least 11/05/2025. However, if this date has passed and this role is still posted, please note we are still accepting applications.

Information on benefits is here.

Role Location Annual Salary Range

California $94,400 to $224,600

Cleveland $87,400 to $179,700

Colorado $94,400 to $194,100

District of Columbia $100,500 to $206,700

Illinois $87,400 to $194,100

Maryland $94,400 to $194,100

Massachusetts $94,400 to $206,700

Minnesota $94,400 to $194,100

New York/New Jersey $87,400 to $224,600

Washington $100,500 to $206,700

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