Sr. Director - FP&A Systems

Location: Irvine, CA or Santa Clara, CA (Onsite)

Employment Type: Permanent

About the Company

Our client is a global technology leader developing innovative semiconductor and infrastructure solutions that power data centers, cloud computing, networking, storage, artificial intelligence, and enterprise technologies. The organization is committed to driving innovation through cutting‑edge technology, digital transformation, and a collaborative, high‑performance culture.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Sr. Director – FP&A Systems to lead the strategy, implementation, and modernization of enterprise Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) systems. This executive leadership role will partner closely with Finance and IT leadership to drive digital transformation, enhance data‑driven decision‑making, and deliver scalable planning solutions across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the enterprise FP&A systems strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead the modernization of FP&A platforms, including OneStream, Power BI, Databricks, and ERP integrations.
• Drive a GenAI‑first approach to financial planning, forecasting, analysis, and executive reporting.
• Identify and implement AI use cases such as predictive forecasting, scenario planning, variance analysis, and automated executive insights.
• Partner with data science and engineering teams to deploy AI solutions while ensuring governance, security, and compliance.
• Manage and continuously enhance the global FP&A technology ecosystem, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Lead enterprise‑wide finance transformation initiatives from strategy through successful execution.
• Establish governance frameworks, delivery standards, and continuous improvement processes.
• Serve as the primary technology partner for Finance and FP&A leadership.
• Build, mentor, and lead high‑performing global teams.
• Manage vendor relationships, technology budgets (OpEx/CapEx), and strategic portfolios.
• Provide executive‑level reporting on project health, risks, business value, and delivery progress.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including Finance, IT, PMO, Security, Infrastructure, HR, and Legal.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Finance, or a related field.
• 10–15+ years of experience in IT, Enterprise Applications, Finance Systems, or related technology leadership roles.
• Strong experience supporting FP&A and Corporate Finance organizations.
• Proven track record leading large‑scale global technology transformation initiatives.
• Hands‑on expertise with OneStream (preferred), ERP platforms, and enterprise finance applications.
• Experience with Power BI, Databricks, APIs, middleware, and enterprise integrations.
• Practical experience implementing Generative AI and AI‑driven automation within finance processes.
• Strong understanding of AI governance, explainability, and responsible AI practices.
• Demonstrated success building and leading global teams.
• Excellent executive communication, stakeholder management, and strategic leadership skills.
• Experience supporting finance organizations within the semiconductor or high‑tech industry is highly preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• Enterprise Performance Management (EPM)
• OneStream
• Power BI
• Databricks
• ERP Integrations
• Finance Digital Transformation
• Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Analytics
• Annual Operating Planning (AOP)
• Long‑Range Planning (LRP)
• Executive Reporting

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a strategic technology leader with deep expertise in enterprise finance systems, digital transformation, and AI‑driven innovation. They have a proven track record of leading global teams, delivering complex enterprise initiatives, and partnering with executive stakeholders to modernize FP&A capabilities while driving measurable business value.

GCG® is one of the world’s leading providers of business transformation solutions related to supply chain and technology solutions for order fulfillment and marketing execution. We are committed to an inclusive workplace that does not discriminate against race, nationality, religion, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualified individual to apply. We are an EEOC Employer.