Finance AI Manager

The Finance AI Manager is responsible for leading the design, development, and deployment of AI-enabled finance solutions for Controllership and FP&A functions across multiple client engagements. This role blends deep finance domain expertise with advanced analytics, AI engineering, and to deliver high-quality outcomes aligned with client business objectives.Managers are expected to lead proposal development, supervise teams, oversee delivery quality, manage budgets and timelines, and contribute to practice growth initiatives. They work closely with clients to understand operational processes and translate business needs into scalable data and AI solutions.Your day-to-day may include:Lead end-to-end delivery of finance AI solutions, including planning, execution, monitoring, and stakeholder reportingDesign and deploy predictive, generative, and optimization models for finance use cases (close acceleration, forecasting, anomaly detection, reconciliations, working capital optimization)Architect data pipelines and feature engineering frameworks supporting financial datasetsSupervise, coach, and mentor staff, review work products and ensure adherence to quality standardsTranslate complex technical outputs into business insights for finance usersManage engagement budgets, timelines, and resource allocationsCollaborate with client stakeholders to understand operations and align deliverables with business objectivesSupport proposal development, solution demonstrations, and business development initiativesLead proposal development and business development collateral developmentMaintain strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisorStay current with emerging AI technologies and finance regulations impacting client environmentsDemonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and simultaneous projectsStrong interpersonal, communication, and client-service skillsCommitment to professional development and continuous learningOther duties as assignedYou have the following technical skills or qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, and/or minor in Data Science, or related field 5+ years of progressive experience in analytics, finance transformation, or advisory rolesAbility to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholdersExperience working directly with client personnel at multiple organizational levels. Experience implementing AI solutions for finance functionsRapid prototype development using Replit, Cursor or similar platformKnowledge of finance processes, accounting, reporting frameworks, and regulatory environmentsAI/ML: Agentic AI, LLMs, predictive modeling, NLP, time-series forecasting, optimizationProgramming: Python, SQL, or equivalent data languagesData Platforms: Azure, AWS, Snowflake, Databricks, GCPFinance Systems: Financial data warehouses, EPM, ERP integrationData Engineering: ETL pipelines, data modeling, query optimization Can travel as needed. Expected travel is up to 30%The base salary range for this position is between $170,568 and $196,880. Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton’s discretion, and it is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job -related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, progression within the role, geographic location, and internal equity. At Grant Thornton, compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.#hybrid#LI-LG1At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better. In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services ― and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services. In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture. 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We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave. 
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