Description
The Finance Director will serve as the financial backbone for Cisco's 3P organisation, partnering with the Chief People, Policy & Purpose Officer. The successful candidate will blend executive-level partnership with hands-on financial execution, owning financial planning, reporting, and analysis for these functions.
Responsibilities:
- Provide financial leadership, overseeing monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring compliance and accuracy in partnership with accounting teams.
- Serve as a strategic advisor to the C-suite, translating financial results into actionable business narratives and providing mentorship on legal spend and strategic investments.
- Drive process improvements, lead system transformations, and champion the adoption of AI-driven financial tools.
- Prepare and deliver high-impact briefing documents and presentations, distilling complex data into clear insights for senior stakeholders.
- Mentor and lead a high-performing finance team, encouraging a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous professional growth.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field or equivalent combination of skills and experience.
- 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including significant time in leadership roles.
- 3+ years of experience supporting executive leadership within a large, complex organisation.
- 10+ years of expertise in corporate finance, FP&A, or strategic finance.
- 10+ years of experience in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
- Prior experience supporting Legal functions.
- Outstanding emotional intelligence (EQ) with a proven track record to influence and navigate sophisticated organisational dynamics.
- Consistent track record of driving process transformations and implementing new financial technologies.
- Ability to balance tactical 'in the weeds' execution with high-level strategic thinking.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion when handling sensitive data.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution.
- Paid parental leave.
- Short and long-term disability coverage.
- Basic life insurance.
- Paid time away, including holidays, vacation time, and sick time.
- Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer.
Salary Range: $220,600.00 - $289,300.00 per year