We are seeking a Director of IT to lead the strategy and delivery of enterprise Finance technology platforms at global scale. This role involves overseeing the end-to-end roadmap for Corporate Accounting, Tax, and Treasury systems, ensuring they meet regulatory requirements and deliver measurable value. The director will manage large-scale initiatives, embed financial controls into system design, and optimize complex operating frameworks while advancing standardization and automation. Key responsibilities include leading finance application architecture, managing program budgets, and building high-performing global teams. This position requires extensive experience in enterprise IT transformations with a focus on Finance systems, proven success in delivering global platforms in regulated environments, and strong executive communication skills. Preferred qualifications include expertise in ERP-centric Finance transformation and industry-specific knowledge in high-tech or manufacturing sectors.
Directs personnel responsible for building and deploying complex IT solutions.
Leads development and execution of application strategy and technical roadmap.
Manages projects to ensure effective execution within scope, timeline, budget, and quality.
Ensures continuous performance and modification of complex production systems support.
Defines and implements strategic organizational goals and objectives.
What we're looking for
Over 12 years of experience leading enterprise IT transformations with deep Finance systems expertise.
Extensive background supporting Corporate Accounting, AP, Treasury, Tax, Close, and Payroll for over 10 years.
Proven track record in delivering global Finance platforms in regulated environments.
Strong knowledge of financial controls, compliance, and audit requirements.
Demonstrated success leading large, complex global programs.
Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management skills.
Market check
Salary context
This
$189,000–$260,000
range sits above
71%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$143,000–$214,800
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$135,000–$236,052
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 239 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About Applied Materials
Applied Materials is the world''s largest supplier of equipment, services, and software for the semiconductor and display industries, enabling the production of chips and advanced displays. Industry: Semiconductor Equipment
Applied Materials currently has
65 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$141,000–$193,500
across 65 roles with salary data.
Remote (Md Bethesda Office, US)65 days ago
$75,000–$215,000
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Accounting Center
Web Services
APIs
EIB
Report Writer
BIRT
SOX
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Order to Cash
Procure to Pay
Record to Report
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HCM
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