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Director of Finance Software Engineering

UKG

Madison, WI

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$163,900–$235,550 Per Year
SKILLS
Acceptance Testing, Accounting, Accounting Close, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Banking Services, Business Operations, Cash Applications, Cash Flow, Coaching, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Computer Security, Contract Negotiation, Cost Control, Credit Risk, Cross-Functional, Data Management, Data Migration, Data Quality, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Finance, Finance Software, Financial Audit, Financial Strategy, Financial Systems, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Head of Finance, Internal Audit, International Business, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), International Tax, Leadership, Machine Tool, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Operations Processes, Order to Cash, Performance Management, Power Amplifier, Process Improvement, Quality Management, Reconciliation, Regulatory Requirements, Requirements Management, Risk Management, SAP, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Software Engineering, System Architecture, Systems Engineering, Systems Scalability, Tax Operations, Tax Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Test Strategy, Treasury, Treasury Accounting, Vendor/Supplier Planning, Vendor/Supplier Relations, eCommerce
LOCATION
Madison, WI
POSTED
30+ days ago
Why UKG:

At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That’s what we do.

We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you’ll get flexibility that’s real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters—and so do you.

About the Team:

You will be joining an extremely forward-thinking Global Business Operations Engineering team, reporting to the VP of Engineering. This team has exceptional Functional, process and technical expertise and has made significant progress in the AI space. You will work with folks who are not only smart but make it enjoyable as we work towards UKG’s organizational goals.

Role Summary

The Director of Finance Software Engineering is a senior technology leader responsible for defining and executing the enterprise finance systems strategy. This role owns the design, delivery, and optimization of large-scale finance platforms—primarily ERP and adjacent digital finance solutions—while partnering closely with Finance, Accounting, Treasury, Tax, and Revenue Operations. The role leads global engineering teams, drives transformation programs, ensures regulatory compliance, and delivers measurable business outcomes through automation, analytics, and platform modernization.

Key Responsibilities

Finance Technology Strategy & Transformation

• Define and execute the Finance Technology and ERP roadmap, aligning system architecture to CFO priorities and enterprise strategy

• Serve as a primary technology partner to Finance leadership, translating business requirements into scalable, secure software solutions

• Lead and mentor global engineering teams across onshore and offshore delivery models

• Establish delivery standards, operating rhythms, and governance for large, multi-year transformation programs

Finance Platforms & Architecture

• Own end-to-end Finance systems architecture, including Record-to-Report,Treasury and Asset Accounting.

• Lead ERP upgrades, and optimizations, including greenfield and global template rollouts

• Oversee integration of ERP with e-commerce platforms, payment providers, banking systems, and third-party finance tools

• Drive adoption of modern reporting, consolidation, and analytics capabilities

Engineering Delivery & Transformation

• Deliver enterprise-scale digital finance programs with accountability for scope, timeline, quality, and outcomes

• Apply Agile and hybrid delivery models to complex finance transformations

• Lead automation and AI-driven solutions to improve efficiency, accuracy, and cost savings (e.g., cash application, reconciliations, credit risk)

• Manage data migration, testing strategies, UAT coordination, and production readiness

Compliance, Risk & Controls

• Ensure systems and processes support SOX compliance, internal controls, and audit readiness

• Enable compliance with GAAP, IFRS, ASC 606, IFRS 15, and global tax regulations

• Partner with Finance and Audit teams to embed controls into system design

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Own strategic relationships with ERP vendors and third-party providers, including contract negotiation and performance management

• Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, Security, Data, and Business Operations leaders

• Communicate effectively with executive stakeholders, providing clarity on risks, tradeoffs, and value realization

Required Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in enterprise finance systems and software engineering leadership

• Deep expertise in ERP platforms like D365 or SAP S4 and digital finance transformation

• Proven track record leading large global teams and multimillion-dollar programs

• Strong understanding of core finance processes (R2R, O2C, P2P, Treasury, Reporting, Intercompany)

• Experience delivering automation, integrations, and data-driven finance solutions

• Demonstrated success partnering with Finance, Accounting, and executive leadership

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AI/ML-enabled finance solutions and advanced automation

• Background in public company environments with strong regulatory requirements

• Experience scaling offshore or global delivery centers

    

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)

What Success Looks Like

• Finance systems that are scalable, compliant, and business-aligned

• Faster close cycles, improved cash flow, and reduced manual effort through automation

• High-performing global engineering teams with strong ownership and delivery discipline

• Trusted partnership with Finance leadership and measurable value delivered to the business

Automation, Data & Innovation

• Champion automation, AI/ML-enabled tooling, and rules-based workflows to reduce manual effort and cycle times.

•  Improve data quality, reconciliation accuracy, and financial close efficiency.

•  Increase automation coverage across finance and O2C processes while reducing operational risk.

People Development & Culture

• Build and sustain a strong mentorship culture, developing senior leaders and succession pipelines.

• Foster a high-performance, inclusive, and accountable engineering culture across global teams.

• Coach leaders on execution rigor, stakeholder management, and strategic thinking.

Company Overview:

UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry — because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. View The EEO Know Your Rights poster UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process

For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email UKGCareers@ukg.com.

The pay range for this position is $163,900 to $235,550. The actual base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and work location. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible to participate in a performance-based bonus plan and to receive restricted stock unit awards as part of total compensation. Learn more about UKG’s benefits and rewards at https://www.ukg.com/about-us/careers/benefits
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