Role summary:
The Senior Director, Finance, leads the development and execution of strategic financial planning aligned with corporate objectives. This role partners across departments to assess risks, analyze business performance, and provide actionable insights that support informed decision-making. Responsible for overseeing financial reporting, control structures, and complex financial modeling, the position ensures accuracy and transparency in financial planning. The Senior Director fosters collaboration, drives continuous improvement, and supports talent development to maintain a high-performing finance organization dedicated to delivering sustainable business results.
About the team:
Join a dedicated Central Finance team that leads enterprise-wide financial forecasting, planning, and analysis to support strategic decision-making across the company. This team collaborates closely with cross-functional partners to develop financial models, manage risk controls, and enhance reporting transparency. Members are committed to driving business performance through clear communication, continuous improvement, and effective resource management. The team fosters a professional environment focused on talent development, accountability, and integrity, ensuring alignment with company values while delivering impactful financial insights that support Walmart’s mission to create opportunities and serve millions globally.
What you'll do:
- Lead the development and communication of long-term strategic financial plans aligned with corporate goals.
- Collaborate with leadership to analyze business performance, identify gaps, and provide risk assessments.
- Oversee financial controls and reporting processes to ensure accuracy and transparency.
- Direct the consolidation and review of global financial statements and variance analysis.
- Provide strategic financial insights through complex modeling and executive presentations.
- Drive business strategy by evaluating costs, forecasts, and operational processes.
- Foster talent development, succession planning, and a culture of integrity and accountability.
What you'll bring:
- Extensive experience in financial planning, analysis, and strategic planning within complex organizations.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and influence senior management.
- Strong expertise in risk management and control structures to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
- Ability to develop and communicate actionable financial insights supporting business decisions and long-term goals.
- Demonstrated success in managing global financial consolidation, reporting, and variance analysis.
- Experience driving continuous improvement and fostering a culture of accountability and ethical standards.
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Minimum Qualifications...Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field and 6 years’ experience in accounting, finance, or related area OR 8 years’ experience in accounting, finance, or related area. 3 years’ supervisory experience. 3 years’ experience leading and completing cross-functional projects.Preferred Qualifications...Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Strategic Planning, Working in a large corporate environment, agency, or headquarters, Working in a matrixed organizationMasters: Business AdministrationFinancial & Insurance - Certified Public Accountant - CertificationPrimary Location...702 Sw 8Th St, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
- 6 years of experience in accounting, finance, or a related area with a bachelor's degree, or 8 years of relevant experience
- 3 years of supervisory experience
- 3 years of experience leading and completing cross-functional projects
- Strategic planning experience
- Experience working in a large corporate environment, agency, or headquarters
- Experience working in a matrixed organization
- Master of Business Administration
- Certified Public Accountant certification
Walmart Global Tech Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Parental & Family Support — Family benefits feature paid parental leave and adoption assistance, alongside tax‑advantaged accounts for healthcare spending. Feedback suggests these supports contribute meaningfully to perceived total rewards value.
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What We Do
Walmart has a long history of transforming retail and using technology to deliver innovations that improve how the world shops and empower our 2.2 million associates. It began with Sam Walton and continues today with Global Tech associates working together to power Walmart and lead the next retail disruption. We’re a high-performing, primarily virtual workforce that is human-led and tech-empowered. Our world-class software engineers, data scientists and engineers, cybersecurity professionals, product managers and business service professionals work with top talent on cutting-edge technologies that create unique and innovative experiences for our associates, customers and members across Walmart, Sam’s Club and Walmart International. At Walmart Global Tech, one line of code or bold idea can make life easier for hundreds of millions of people – talk about epic impact at a global scale.
