Dover, DE - IT - DelDOT - Technology & Innovation Services - Senior Product Specialist 3 (Dover)

Experience-1Senior Product Specialist 3 Bill Rate: *** Hybrid in office 3 days a week (Within an hour of Dover) Interview: In person We are seeking a high-caliber Financial Reporting Leader to spearhead the reporting and data management functions for our finance organization. In this critical role, you will be the architect of our reporting ecosystem—balancing the precision of regulatory compliance with the innovation of modern data strategy. This position serves as a technical strategist who views data as an asset and manual processes as a challenge to be solved. The selected candidate will lead the charge in unifying our internal management reporting and external statutory filings while building a robust framework for risk management. Key Responsibilities • End-to-End Reporting Oversight: Lead all aspects of internal and external reporting functions, ensuring absolute accuracy, transparency, and timeliness for stakeholders and regulatory bodies. • Data Governance & Strategy: Define and execute a comprehensive data management strategy. You will oversee the lifecycle of financial data to ensure integrity, security, and accessibility. • Regulatory & Risk Management: Serve as the subject matter expert on regulatory compliance and risk reporting, identifying potential vulnerabilities and implementing proactive mitigation strategies. • Process Optimization: Drive significant organizational efficiencies by applying advanced business analysis methods and standardizing reporting tools across departments. • Technical Innovation: Utilize your expertise in Excel, VBA, and Macros to automate legacy workflows, while guiding the transition toward modern BI tools. • Compliance: Maintain a rigorous environment of internal controls, ensuring all reporting aligns with General Accounting Principles (GAAP/IFRS) and corporate policy. ________________________________________ The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a seasoned finance professional who bridges the gap between technical data science and executive-level financial strategy. This individual will have a systems-thinking mindset and a proven track record of transforming chaotic data into actionable insights. Required Qualifications: • Experience: 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in a large-scale Finance organization. • Technical Mastery: Expert-level proficiency in Excel, including Visual Basic (VBA) and Macros. Proven experience in data architecture and tool standardization. • Domain Expertise: Deep understanding of general accounting principles, financial risk management, and regulatory reporting requirements. • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Data Analytics, or a related field. Master’s Degree (MBA/MSA) or CPA/CFA preferred. Desired Skills: • Exceptional ability to translate complex technical data into clear narratives for executive leadership. • A continuous improvement mindset with a history of automating manual processes. • Strong project management skills, particularly in implementing new financial software or data standards.