Finance Transformation Director
Ceragon Networks · Rosh HaAyin, Center District, Israel
- On site
- Full-time
- $170,000 / year
- Rosh HaAyin, Center District, Israel
Job highlights
- Lead finance transformation and AI strategy globally.
- Define and execute roadmap for processes and systems.
- Improve efficiency via automation and data-driven decisions.
- High executive exposure, driving measurable business impact.
- Requires 10+ years in finance transformation leadership.
About the role
Finance Transformation Director
Ceragon Networks is seeking a Finance Transformation Director to establish and lead the Finance transformation function. This role reports directly to the CFO and is part of the global Finance leadership team. This is a newly created position responsible for defining and executing the Finance transformation roadmap across processes, systems, and data. The role combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution, aiming to build a scalable, efficient, and data-driven Finance organization to support the company’s next stage of growth and adapt to the AI era.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and lead the Finance transformation strategy and multi-year roadmap.
- Establish the Finance Transformation function, including governance, priorities, and ways of working.
- Identify and drive end-to-end process improvements across core Finance cycles (R2R, P2P, O2C, FP&A, etc.).
- Lead cross-functional transformation initiatives from design to implementation and adoption.
- Partner closely with Finance leaders and act as a trusted advisor to the CFO.
- Collaborate with IT and Business teams to enhance and implement Finance systems (ERP, reporting, planning tools).
- Drive automation and digitalization initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce manual work.
- Build the finance AI transformation strategy and roadmap.
- Improve data quality, reporting capabilities, and enable data-driven decision making.
- Build KPI framework to measure transformation impact (ROI, productivity, cycle time, accuracy, cost).
- Lead change management efforts to ensure adoption across global teams.
- Manage external vendors and consultants where relevant.
- Lead cross finance department PMI processes.
Scope & Impact
- Global role across all Finance functions.
- High exposure to executive leadership.
- Responsible for driving measurable business impact (cost efficiency, scalability, process excellence).
- Acts as a bridge between Finance, IT, and Business teams.
Job Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in Finance or Finance Transformation.
- Proven track record of leading large-scale transformation initiatives (process, systems, or operating model).
- Strong understanding of Finance processes (Accounting, FP&A/Business Finance, Revenue, Procurement).
- Experience working in global organizations.
- Hands-on approach with the ability to both define strategy and execute.
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, including senior leadership.
- Experience with ERP systems; Oracle Cloud is an advantage.
Nice to Have
- Background in consulting (Big 4 / strategy firms).
- Experience with Lean or Six Sigma.
- Experience in high-growth or scaling companies.
- Familiarity with automation tools (RPA), BI tools, and data platforms.
- AI knowledge is a must.
- CPA / MBA.
Key skills/competency
- Finance Transformation
- Roadmap Development
- Process Improvement
- Systems Implementation
- ERP Systems
- Data Analysis
- Automation
- AI Strategy
- Change Management
- Stakeholder Management
Skills & topics
- Finance Transformation
- Director
- Finance Leadership
- CFO
- Process Improvement
- Systems Implementation
- ERP
- AI Strategy
- Global Finance
- Roadmap Development
- Oracle Cloud
- FP&A
- R2R
- P2P
- O2C
- Automation
- Digitalization
- Change Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Consulting
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 10+ years of finance transformation experience and successful large-scale initiative leadership. Emphasize your understanding of core finance processes and global organization experience.
- Showcase relevant skills: Clearly list your experience with ERP systems (especially Oracle Cloud), automation tools, AI, and data platforms. Mention any consulting, Lean, or Six Sigma background.
- Quantify achievements: Use numbers and data to demonstrate the impact of your past transformation projects (e.g., cost savings, efficiency gains, process cycle time reduction).
- Prepare for strategic questions: Be ready to discuss your approach to defining and executing a multi-year finance transformation roadmap, including AI strategy and change management.
Technical preparation
Master ERP systems like Oracle Cloud.,Familiarize with automation and BI tools.,Understand data platforms and AI concepts.,Review core finance processes (R2R, P2P, O2C).
Behavioral questions
Describe a large-scale transformation you led.,How do you influence senior stakeholders?,How do you balance strategy with execution?,How would you build an AI strategy for finance?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary goal of the Finance Transformation Director role at Ceragon Networks?
- The primary goal of the Finance Transformation Director at Ceragon Networks is to establish and lead the finance transformation function. This involves defining and executing a roadmap for processes, systems, and data to build a scalable, efficient, and data-driven finance organization, preparing it for future growth and the AI era.
- What kind of experience is essential for the Finance Transformation Director position?
- Candidates must have over 10 years of experience in Finance or Finance Transformation, with a proven track record of leading large-scale transformation initiatives. A strong understanding of core finance processes (Accounting, FP&A, Revenue, Procurement) and experience in global organizations are essential.
- What are the key responsibilities of the Finance Transformation Director?
- Key responsibilities include defining the transformation strategy and roadmap, establishing the transformation function, driving process improvements across finance cycles, leading cross-functional initiatives, enhancing finance systems, driving automation and AI adoption, improving data quality, and building KPI frameworks to measure impact.
- Does Ceragon Networks emphasize AI in this Finance Transformation Director role?
- Yes, AI knowledge is a must for this role. The Finance Transformation Director will be responsible for building the finance AI transformation strategy and roadmap, indicating a strong focus on integrating AI into the finance function.
- What finance systems experience is preferred for the Finance Transformation Director at Ceragon Networks?
- Experience with ERP systems is required, with Oracle Cloud being a specific advantage. Familiarity with other reporting tools, planning tools, automation tools (RPA), and BI tools is also beneficial.
- What kind of impact is expected from the Finance Transformation Director?
- The Finance Transformation Director is expected to drive measurable business impact, including cost efficiency, scalability, and process excellence. This role acts as a bridge between Finance, IT, and Business teams, ensuring alignment and effective implementation of transformation initiatives.
- Is this a strategic or hands-on role for the Finance Transformation Director?
- This role requires a blend of both strategic thinking and hands-on execution. The Finance Transformation Director will define the strategy and roadmap while also actively leading and implementing initiatives to achieve the transformation goals.