Director Global Finance Transformation

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Milwaukee, WI, USA
Hybrid
141K-211K Annually
Expert/Leader
Other • Security
The Role
Leads global finance transformation by developing a multi-year roadmap, modernizing finance processes and systems, implementing Generative AI and automation, improving governance and analytics, managing organizational change, and mentoring a high-performing transformation team. The role partners with finance functions and stakeholders to deliver efficiency, compliance, risk management, and improved financial insight across the organization.
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Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team 

As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet.  Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away! 

What we offer: 

  • Competitive salary and bonus plan

  • Paid vacation/holidays/sick time 

  • Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care 

  • On the job/cross training opportunities 

  • Encouraging and collaborative team environment 

  • Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy 

What you will do: 

The Director Global Finance Transformation leads strategic initiatives to optimize & modernize processes, systems, and technology platforms across the Finance organization 

This role collaborates closely with the Finance Functions and other key stakeholders to drive simplification, efficiency, automation, and digital innovation across the finance organization, ensuring alignment with business objectives, quality insurance, compliance standards and improve customer experience 

How you will do it: 

  • Develop and execute a multi-year finance transformation roadmap aligned with corporate strategy 
  • Oversee implementation of advanced (GenAi) technologies to drive automation, predictive analytics and overall speed to financial insight 
  • Codesign / redesign core finance processes to achieve qualitative & quantitative benefits  
  • Lead organizational change management and ensure adoption across stakeholders 
  • Establish / improve governance frameworks for transformation projects, including KPIs and risk management 
  • Build and mentor a high-performing team of (digital) finance transformation & Continuous Improvement   

What we look for: 

  • Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or IT with an MBA or CPA 
  • 15+ years of experience in finance – operations, accounting, controllership, transformation and/or technology leadership 
  • Strong knowledge / savviness of ERP systems, cloud platforms, (gen)Ai applications and data analytics tools 
  • Proven track record in leading large-scale transformation projects 

This is a hybrid role (3-4 days in office) at our Glendale, WI office.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $141,000 - $211,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or IT
  • MBA or CPA
  • 15+ years of experience in finance operations, accounting, controllership, transformation, and/or technology leadership
  • Strong knowledge of ERP systems, cloud platforms, Generative AI applications, and data analytics tools
  • Proven track record leading large-scale transformation projects

Johnson Controls Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Johnson Controls and has not been reviewed or approved by Johnson Controls.

  • Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of the package through employer 401(k) matching, repeatedly framed as a strong pillar of the overall rewards mix. The matching contribution is described with specific match levels in multiple places, reinforcing perceived value for long-term saving.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is presented as comparatively robust, with multiple paid holiday categories, vacation time, and sick time described as generous or “amazing” in places. Paid time off breadth appears to be a consistent contributor to total rewards attractiveness beyond base pay.
  • Flexible Benefits — Benefits are described as broad and customizable, spanning standard medical/dental/vision plus optional add-ons like pet insurance, identity protection, and legal support. Tuition reimbursement is repeatedly highlighted as a high-value option supporting professional development.

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HQ: Chennai
100,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1885

What We Do

At Johnson Controls, we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. From optimizing building performance to improving safety and enhancing comfort, we drive the outcomes that matter most. Dedicated to protecting the environment, we deliver our promise in industries such as healthcare, education, data centers and manufacturing. With a global team of 100,000 experts in more than 150 countries and over 130 years of innovation, we are the power behind our customers’ mission. Our leading portfolio of building technology and solutions includes some of the most trusted names in the industry, such as Tyco®, York®, Metasys®, Ruskin®, Titus®, Frick®, Penn®, Sabroe®, Simplex®, Ansul® and Grinnell®.

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