xScale Finance Transformation & Service Enablement, Senior Manager

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Equinix is seeking a strategic, results-oriented Senior Manager to join the xScale Finance Transformation Office. This role will be pivotal in driving finance transformation initiatives and managing complex projects across the global xScale Finance organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, designing, and implementing innovative solutions to optimize finance processes, systems, and reporting capabilities. Additionally, the role will oversee project management activities related to Joint Venture (JV) operations, ensuring seamless execution and stakeholder alignment.

Key Responsibilities

Finance Transformation

• Conduct thorough assessments of existing finance processes, systems, and controls to identify opportunities for improvement and optimization.

• Design and implement end-to-end solutions that enhance financial operations, reporting, and compliance.

• Develop detailed business requirements and process design documentation in close collaboration with cross-functional teams.

• Contribute to the creation and ongoing refinement of a comprehensive finance transformation roadmap, aligning with organizational goals and priorities.

Project Management

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of specific finance transformation and JV-related projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.

• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success metrics.

• Prepare and manage project plans ensuring risks, issues, and dependencies are identified timely and proactively drive resolution and mitigation strategies.

• Facilitate and lead cross-functional project meetings, serving as the primary liaison

• Prepare and deliver regular project status updates, executive presentations, and comprehensive documentation for stakeholders.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with global stakeholders, fostering a culture of transparency and proactive communication.

• Manage stakeholder expectations, ensuring alignment on project objectives, timelines, and outcomes.

• Engage with key stakeholders to communicate project goals, progress, and results, driving engagement and support throughout the transformation journey.

Qualifications & Preferred Experience

• ~5 plus years experience in finance and transformation, process design, and ERP systems implementation

• Qualified Accountant (CPA, CA, or equivalent)

• Extensive operational knowledge of core finance functions

• Experience with Oracle Cloud ERP and EPM implementation (highly desirable)

• Strong familiarity with SOX compliance, change control processes, and US GAAP

• Project management certification (PMP, Prince2, or equivalent)

• In-depth understanding of legal entity structures and operational readiness for finance systems

• Proven track record managing cross-functional projects in global, high-growth environments

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Smart-sheet, Visio) and JIRA

• Exceptional project management, communication, and organizational skills

• Willingness to travel as required

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.