Director, Finance Transformation
AbbVie, North Chicago, IL, United States
About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description The Director, Finance Transformation is a strategic leader who drives enterprise-wide finance transformation in partnership with executive leadership and AbbVie functional leaders across Commercial, Operations, Corporate, R&D, HR and other key functions. This role sets the vision and roadmap for long‑term organizational change while leading the execution of complex, cross‑functional transformation programs that deliver measurable business impact. As a key member of the Finance Transformation Team, the Director balances strategic vision‑setting with hands‑on program management, ensuring initiatives are aligned with AbbVie's enterprise objectives and produce sustainable results through best‑in‑class transformation practices, innovation, and organizational capability building.
Key Leadership Competencies
Strategic Vision & Business Acumen: Ability to see the big picture, connect finance transformation to business strategy, and drive long‑term value creation
Results Orientation & Execution Excellence: Relentless focus on delivering measurable outcomes, meeting deadlines, and achieving transformation objectives
Executive Presence & Influence: Demonstrated executive presence with the ability to represent AbbVie Finance professionally with senior executives, board members, and external partners
Relationship Building & Collaboration: Proven ability to build high‑trust relationships across functions, geographies, and organizational levels; skilled at finding common ground and win‑win solutions in complex, matrixed environments
Key Responsibilities
Lead the development and alignment of Finance Transformation strategies and execution plans that support AbbVie's enterprise‑wide transformation objectives
Partner with executive leadership and the Transformation Steering Committee to set the vision and roadmap for long‑term organizational change
Ensure Finance Transformation goals are strategically aligned with AbbVie's enterprise vision and deliver measurable ROI
Identify emerging trends, technologies, and methodologies (including AI‑enabled planning, and advanced analytics) to drive continuous innovation in finance operations
Drive results within a heavily matrixed environment, leading cross‑functional and global project teams supporting multiple complex initiatives simultaneously
Oversee major transformation programs with full accountability for scope, timeline, budget, and quality of deliverables
Design and implement key processes, frameworks, and metrics to oversee programs and track progress against strategic objectives
Track and report on key milestones, financial metrics, KPIs, and business case performance to the Transformation Steering Committee, Executive Leadership Team, and other management forums
Manage all transformation activities within allocated budgets and agreed‑upon timelines, ensuring resource optimization and cost efficiency
Monitor performance of functional and, where required, local affiliate, area, and global teams to ensure consistent delivery standards
Lead comprehensive change management strategies to ensure stakeholder adoption, organizational readiness, and sustainable transformation outcomes
Build high‑trust relationships with business partners across functions and geographies, serving as a strategic advisor and trusted partner
Manage resistance and navigate organizational dynamics to drive alignment and commitment across diverse stakeholder groups
Roll out and train functional, cross‑functional, and global teams on transformation processes, frameworks, and tools to build organizational capability
Develop communication strategies and materials to effectively convey complex transformation concepts to technical and non‑technical audiences
Manage external vendors and consulting firms to ensure successful implementation and integration of financial systems (ERP/SAP, planning tools, data visualization platforms) within the existing technology environment
Drive the adoption of automation and advanced analytics tools to enhance financial planning, reporting, and decision‑making capabilities
Identify, assess, and mitigate transformation risks, developing contingency plans to ensure program resilience and continuity
Proactively escalated issues and provide recommendations to executive leadership on strategic, tactical, and confidential matters with immediate and long‑term business impacts
Monitor external market trends and regulatory changes that may impact finance transformation strategies
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or a related field
Minimum of 12 years of progressive leadership experience in finance transformation, consulting, or a similar business environment
Significant experience leading large‑scale, complex transformational programs with demonstrated business impact
Proven track record of leading cross‑functional and global project teams in a matrixed organization
Strong financial acumen with deep familiarity with financial systems, processes, and ERP platforms (SAP experience highly valued)
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and project management tools (Smartsheet, or similar)
Exceptional project management skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives with competing priorities
Superior organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage ambiguity in fast‑paced environments
Executive‑ready communication skills with the ability to simplify and convey complex technical and business concepts to diverse audiences
Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and operate independently with minimal supervision
Global mindset with experience working across geographies, cultures, and time zones
Proven change management expertise, including stakeholder adoption strategies and resistance management
Strong business judgment with the ability to drive diverse organizations to achieve results through a focused, pragmatic approach
Additional Information
The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
This job is eligible to participate in our short‑term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
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Job Description The Director, Finance Transformation is a strategic leader who drives enterprise-wide finance transformation in partnership with executive leadership and AbbVie functional leaders across Commercial, Operations, Corporate, R&D, HR and other key functions. This role sets the vision and roadmap for long‑term organizational change while leading the execution of complex, cross‑functional transformation programs that deliver measurable business impact. As a key member of the Finance Transformation Team, the Director balances strategic vision‑setting with hands‑on program management, ensuring initiatives are aligned with AbbVie's enterprise objectives and produce sustainable results through best‑in‑class transformation practices, innovation, and organizational capability building.
Key Leadership Competencies
Strategic Vision & Business Acumen: Ability to see the big picture, connect finance transformation to business strategy, and drive long‑term value creation
Results Orientation & Execution Excellence: Relentless focus on delivering measurable outcomes, meeting deadlines, and achieving transformation objectives
Executive Presence & Influence: Demonstrated executive presence with the ability to represent AbbVie Finance professionally with senior executives, board members, and external partners
Relationship Building & Collaboration: Proven ability to build high‑trust relationships across functions, geographies, and organizational levels; skilled at finding common ground and win‑win solutions in complex, matrixed environments
Key Responsibilities
Lead the development and alignment of Finance Transformation strategies and execution plans that support AbbVie's enterprise‑wide transformation objectives
Partner with executive leadership and the Transformation Steering Committee to set the vision and roadmap for long‑term organizational change
Ensure Finance Transformation goals are strategically aligned with AbbVie's enterprise vision and deliver measurable ROI
Identify emerging trends, technologies, and methodologies (including AI‑enabled planning, and advanced analytics) to drive continuous innovation in finance operations
Drive results within a heavily matrixed environment, leading cross‑functional and global project teams supporting multiple complex initiatives simultaneously
Oversee major transformation programs with full accountability for scope, timeline, budget, and quality of deliverables
Design and implement key processes, frameworks, and metrics to oversee programs and track progress against strategic objectives
Track and report on key milestones, financial metrics, KPIs, and business case performance to the Transformation Steering Committee, Executive Leadership Team, and other management forums
Manage all transformation activities within allocated budgets and agreed‑upon timelines, ensuring resource optimization and cost efficiency
Monitor performance of functional and, where required, local affiliate, area, and global teams to ensure consistent delivery standards
Lead comprehensive change management strategies to ensure stakeholder adoption, organizational readiness, and sustainable transformation outcomes
Build high‑trust relationships with business partners across functions and geographies, serving as a strategic advisor and trusted partner
Manage resistance and navigate organizational dynamics to drive alignment and commitment across diverse stakeholder groups
Roll out and train functional, cross‑functional, and global teams on transformation processes, frameworks, and tools to build organizational capability
Develop communication strategies and materials to effectively convey complex transformation concepts to technical and non‑technical audiences
Manage external vendors and consulting firms to ensure successful implementation and integration of financial systems (ERP/SAP, planning tools, data visualization platforms) within the existing technology environment
Drive the adoption of automation and advanced analytics tools to enhance financial planning, reporting, and decision‑making capabilities
Identify, assess, and mitigate transformation risks, developing contingency plans to ensure program resilience and continuity
Proactively escalated issues and provide recommendations to executive leadership on strategic, tactical, and confidential matters with immediate and long‑term business impacts
Monitor external market trends and regulatory changes that may impact finance transformation strategies
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or a related field
Minimum of 12 years of progressive leadership experience in finance transformation, consulting, or a similar business environment
Significant experience leading large‑scale, complex transformational programs with demonstrated business impact
Proven track record of leading cross‑functional and global project teams in a matrixed organization
Strong financial acumen with deep familiarity with financial systems, processes, and ERP platforms (SAP experience highly valued)
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and project management tools (Smartsheet, or similar)
Exceptional project management skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives with competing priorities
Superior organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage ambiguity in fast‑paced environments
Executive‑ready communication skills with the ability to simplify and convey complex technical and business concepts to diverse audiences
Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and operate independently with minimal supervision
Global mindset with experience working across geographies, cultures, and time zones
Proven change management expertise, including stakeholder adoption strategies and resistance management
Strong business judgment with the ability to drive diverse organizations to achieve results through a focused, pragmatic approach
Additional Information
The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
This job is eligible to participate in our short‑term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
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