Director, Applications, Tax, Treasury, Controller (Town of Florida)

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for enterprise finance applications supporting Accounting, Tax, Treasury, and Controllership A2R processes
• Partner with Finance leadership to translate business strategies and regulatory requirements into scalable application roadmaps and solutions
• Lead the planning, design, implementation and transformation of core finance A2R processes and systems including but not limited to SAP S/4 Finance, SAP Central Finance, SAP Group Reporting, and Kyriba
• Ensure reliable delivery, availability, and performance of core finance systems
• Lead application lifecycle management activities, including upgrades, enhancements, integrations, and rationalization initiatives
• Oversee third-party vendors and system integrators
• Establish and enforce application governance, controls, and documentation to support audit readiness, data integrity, and compliance obligations
• Develop, mentor, and lead a high‑performing team of IT professionals

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Information Systems, Computer Science, Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline
• 10‑12 years of progressive experience in Finance Systems
• Experience supporting enterprise finance functions including Accounting, Controllership, Tax, and Treasury
• Strong understanding of financial processes and data, internal controls, and regulatory requirements impacting global organizations
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and influence senior stakeholders
• Experience managing complex vendor ecosystems and large‑scale application environments
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• English proficiency required
• IT or Finance‑related certifications (e.g., SAP, PMP, CPA) preferred.