Performance Improvement Director - Oak Brook, IL

About E78

E78 is a leading provider of finance, accounting and technology solutions for middle-market businesses and financial sponsors. Our team delivers platinum-level advisory, talent, and managed services that address the critical finance, technology, and transformation challenges faced by corporate leaders and private equity sponsors across the middle market through the Fortune 500.

For the sixth consecutive year, E78 has made the Inc. 5000 list, at No. 734 in 2024, which includes a three-year revenue growth of 655%

We are a community of results-driven gamechangers, and our passion drives us to achieve success through meaningful work and inspires us to make a lasting impact.

Position Summary

The Director partners with the client to develop financial strategy and directs the work of the delivery team to execute on it. They identify new opportunities for account augmentation and serve as the main point of contact and liaison between the client and delivery team. The Director will play an essential role in achieving E78's mission by integrating expertise in financial management and performance improvement to meet client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Data Collection & Analysis (10%)

• Design and structure templates for data collection and analysis.
• Conduct in-depth research of internal intellectual capital and external benchmarks.
• Lead interviews with key stakeholders to gather qualitative insights.
• Consolidate and organize collected data for actionable insights.

Analytics & Presentations (20%)

• Develop hypotheses based on data analysis to inform strategic decision-making.
• Create robust financial and operational models to support business transformation initiatives.
• Conduct benchmarking and process analysis to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Synthesize qualitative data from interviews and workshops into actionable insights.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality presentations for clients, communicating findings and recommendations effectively.

Process Re-Design & Implementation (40%)

• Lead and execute finance process improvement initiatives across key areas such as Record to Report, Procure to Pay, Order to Cash, FP&A, and Treasury.
• Spearhead finance transformation efforts in areas including finance strategy, operating model improvement, organizational assessments, shared services/outsourcing, merger integration, and FP&A optimization.
• Manage the design and implementation of process enhancements to drive efficiency, scalability, and value across the finance function.

Team Leadership & Management (20%)

• Provide leadership in the planning and execution of Advisory engagements, ensuring work plans, timelines, and resources are managed effectively.
• Oversee and mentor project teams, offering guidance on business process analysis, future state process design, data analysis, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Play a key role in the professional development of staff, including resource allocation, performance management, and career coaching.

Intellectual Capital Development & Proposal Support (10%)

• Contribute to the development of intellectual capital, including frameworks, methodologies, and thought leadership.
• Assist in the preparation of client proposals, leveraging expertise to support business development efforts and grow the practice.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA designation preferred.
• An MBA or other relevant advanced professional qualification is highly desirable.
• 10 years of consulting and/or industry experience, with a focus on finance transformation, process improvement, M&A, and organizational change.
• Finance Function Efficiency & Effectiveness: Benchmarking, process analysis, and redesign; financial modeling; operational improvements; finance operating model design and implementation.
• Key Financial Processes: Experience in Order to Cash, Procure to Pay, Record to Report, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Budgeting, Forecasting, and Management Reporting.
• M&A: Experience in financial due diligence, financial modeling (i.e., synergy analysis), integration planning, and post-merger integration.
• Shared Services & Outsourcing: Design and implementation of shared services models; business process outsourcing (BPO), including outsourcing business case development and vendor selection facilitation.
• Proven ability to manage complex engagements, provide strategic direction, and deliver results in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management experience, with the ability to direct, mentor, and develop junior staff.
• Candidates who reside near E78's corporate headquarters in Oak Brook, IL, are required to work in the office 3 - 4 days a week.
• The base salary range is $180,000 - $250,000, plus bonus and will be based on experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills and the ability to handle complex and large data sets.
• Proficient in financial modeling, valuation, and accounting principles and methodologies.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with clients and team members at all levels.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Experience with financial software, such as Power BI and Adaptive is a plus.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and detail-oriented and the ability to work independently and under pressure.

Core Competencies

• Entrepreneurial focus
• Problem solving & decision making
• Customer orientation
• Assertiveness
• Change agility
• Delegation
• Drive/energy

E78 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and reproductive health choices), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as someone with a disability, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.