AI Engineer Manager - Finance

Posted 8 Days Ago
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9 Locations
Hybrid
171K-197K Annually
Senior level
Professional Services • Financial Services
The Role
Leads the design, development, and deployment of AI solutions for finance, controllership, and FP&A functions. Responsibilities include building predictive and generative models, architecting data pipelines, managing client engagements, supervising teams, controlling budgets and timelines, translating technical outputs for finance stakeholders, supporting proposals and business development, and maintaining client relationships. The role requires finance expertise, AI engineering experience, consulting skills, and travel of up to 30%.
Summary Generated by Built In

The Finance AI Manager is responsible for leading the design, development, and deployment of AI-enabled finance solutions for Controllership and FP&A functions across multiple client engagements. This role blends deep finance domain expertise with advanced analytics, AI engineering, and to deliver high-quality outcomes aligned with client business objectives.

Managers are expected to lead proposal development, supervise teams, oversee delivery quality, manage budgets and timelines, and contribute to practice growth initiatives. They work closely with clients to understand operational processes and translate business needs into scalable data and AI solutions.

Your day-to-day may include:

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of finance AI solutions, including planning, execution, monitoring, and stakeholder reporting
  • Design and deploy predictive, generative, and optimization models for finance use cases (close acceleration, forecasting, anomaly detection, reconciliations, working capital optimization)
  • Architect data pipelines and feature engineering frameworks supporting financial datasets
  • Supervise, coach, and mentor staff, review work products and ensure adherence to quality standards
  • Translate complex technical outputs into business insights for finance users
  • Manage engagement budgets, timelines, and resource allocations
  • Collaborate with client stakeholders to understand operations and align deliverables with business objectives
  • Support proposal development, solution demonstrations, and business development initiatives
  • Lead proposal development and business development collateral development
  • Maintain strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor
  • Stay current with emerging AI technologies and finance regulations impacting client environments
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and simultaneous projects
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and client-service skills
  • Commitment to professional development and continuous learning
  • Other duties as assigned

You have the following technical skills or qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, and/or minor in Data Science, or related field 
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in analytics, finance transformation, or advisory roles
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders
  • Experience working directly with client personnel at multiple organizational levels. 
  • Experience implementing AI solutions for finance functions
  • Rapid prototype development using Replit, Cursor or similar platform
  • Knowledge of finance processes, accounting, reporting frameworks, and regulatory environments
  • AI/ML: Agentic AI, LLMs, predictive modeling, NLP, time-series forecasting, optimization
  • Programming: Python, SQL, or equivalent data languages
  • Data Platforms: Azure, AWS, Snowflake, Databricks, GCP
  • Finance Systems: Financial data warehouses, EPM, ERP integration
  • Data Engineering: ETL pipelines, data modeling, query optimization 
  • Can travel as needed. Expected travel is up to 30%

The base salary range for this position is between $170,568 and $196,880. Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton’s discretion, and it is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job -related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, progression within the role, geographic location, and internal equity. At Grant Thornton, compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

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About UsAt Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better. 

In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services ― and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services.

In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture.

Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets. About the TeamThe team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:
• Whether it's your work location, weekly schedule, or flex time off, we empower you with the options to work the way that it best serves your clients and your life. Consistent with the firm's hybrid work model, this position will require in-person attendance at least three days per week, either at a GT office or client site.   
• Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household. 
• We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different — and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at  www.gt.com/careers
• When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we’re taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at  www.gt.com/careers

Here’s what you can expect next: 
If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at   www.gt.com/careers. 

Benefits:
We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits
  • Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
  • Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave. 
Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.

Additional Details:         
It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
 
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of Grant Thornton LLP to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. To make an accommodation request, please contact [email protected]. 

For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

For Massachusetts Applicants only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Gran Thornton does not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employments or continued employment.   

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Data Science, or a related field
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in analytics, finance transformation, or advisory roles
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders
  • Experience working directly with client personnel at multiple organizational levels
  • Experience implementing AI solutions for finance functions
  • Rapid prototype development using Replit, Cursor, or a similar platform
  • Knowledge of finance processes, accounting, reporting frameworks, and regulatory environments
  • Knowledge of Agentic AI, LLMs, predictive modeling, NLP, time-series forecasting, and optimization
  • Programming experience with Python, SQL, or equivalent data languages
  • Experience with Azure, AWS, Snowflake, Databricks, or GCP
  • Experience with financial data warehouses, EPM, and ERP integration
  • Data engineering experience with ETL pipelines, data modeling, and query optimization
  • Ability to travel as needed, with expected travel up to 30%
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HQ: London
16 Employees
Year Founded: 1995

What We Do

Grant Thornton Gibraltar is a leading professional services firm established in 1995. It serves private individuals and public companies listed on international stock exchanges, with experienced teams supporting local and international clients. Its offerings include audit and assurance, business services, payroll, advisory, tax, accounting, and financial services. The firm also helps organizations grow and develop by addressing their accountancy and business needs.

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