Senior Director, Accounting Finance Transformation – Technology Accounting

SEI

Senior Director transforming technology accounting at SEI, an investment processing, management, and operations solutions provider. Leading controls, systems, automation, reporting, and cross-functional finance transformation.

Posted 8/10/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in technology accounting transformation, financial systems governance, and cross-functional leadership. Proven ability to translate technology strategies into scalable finance processes while ensuring compliance and operational accountability.

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Technology Accounting TransformationFinancial Systems GovernanceCross-Functional LeadershipERP Transformation ExperienceExecutive Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Accounting PrinciplesFinancial SystemsProcess ImprovementData Quality ManagementCost ClassificationAccrualsAmortizationImpairment ReviewAutomationReporting Enhancements

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingDecision-MakingCoachingStakeholder Accountability

Tools & Technologies

SAPOracleWorkdayNetSuiteCoupaServiceNowAdaptiveAnaplan

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAMBAPMPLean Six Sigma

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesTechnologyProfessional ServicesRegulated EnvironmentCloud Transformation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityERPOraclePMPServiceNow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set the strategic direction and operating model for technology accounting transformation alongside an external third party
Lead modernization, governance, and execution of accounting processes supporting the technology ecosystem
Own enterprise transformation across technology accounting, financial systems, controls, policy, reporting, and data-enabled decision support
Establish accounting policies, design processes, govern controls, and maintain operational accountability for technology accounting activities
Lead cross-functional transformation with Technology, Finance, Procurement, Legal, Tax, Internal Controls, Audit, and business executives
Create scalable workflows for purchasing, project intake, capitalization assessment, cost classification, accruals, amortization, impairment review, and reporting
Advise senior leaders on accounting implications of cloud migrations, ERP enhancements, platform modernization, AI-enabled tools, cybersecurity programs, data infrastructure, and enterprise software implementations
Translate technology strategies into accounting requirements, governance models, decision frameworks, and repeatable processes
Lead system-enabled process improvements across ERP, procurement, project portfolio management, fixed asset, contract management, workflow, and reporting platforms
Champion automation, data quality, dashboards, reconciliations, and reporting enhancements
Establish and maintain accounting position papers, control narratives, standard operating procedures, process maps, policy guidance, and training materials
Provide leadership over monthly close, forecasting, budgeting, and management reporting for technology-related financial activity
Serve as a primary leadership contact for Internal Audit and external auditors on technology accounting matters
Lead, coach, and develop accounting and finance professionals
Define transformation success metrics for process scalability, control effectiveness, adoption, and stakeholder satisfaction

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Information Systems, or a related field
Extensive experience in accounting, finance transformation, controllership, financial systems, technology accounting, or accounting operations
Leadership of complex cross-functional initiatives
Strong technical understanding of accounting principles for software, cloud computing, internally developed technology, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, accruals, capitalization, amortization, impairment, and expense classification
Proven ability to lead enterprise-scale transformation, improve controls, document accounting conclusions, influence operating model design, and translate business requirements into scalable finance processes
Experience partnering with senior leaders across Technology, Finance, Procurement, Tax, Legal, Audit, and business functions
Demonstrated people leadership capability, including coaching teams, building capability, setting priorities, and holding stakeholders accountable
Strong executive communication, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Experience leading transformation across ERP and finance platforms such as SAP, Oracle, Workday, NetSuite, Coupa, ServiceNow, Adaptive, Anaplan, or similar systems
Experience with technology project portfolio management, software development lifecycle processes, cloud transformation, data platforms, AI-enabled tools, or enterprise technology cost governance
Background in financial services, technology, professional services, or another complex, regulated environment
Experience building or sponsoring automation, dashboards, workflow tools, reporting solutions, governance models, or matrixed transformation programs
Advanced degree or professional certification preferred
CPA, MBA, PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent professional certification strongly preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive care for physical and mental well-being
Strong retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement / education assistance
Hybrid working environment for most roles
Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
Healthcare: medical, dental, vision, prescription, wellness, EAP, and FSA
Life and disability insurance, with premiums paid for base coverage
401(k) match
Commuter benefits
Up to 11 paid holidays per year
21 days PTO per year, pro-rated for new hires, increasing over time
Paid parental leave
Back-up childcare arrangements
Paid volunteer days
Discounted stock purchase plan
Investment options
Access to employee networks