Accounting Transformation Manager

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is a world famous brand with offices across the globe. Within Fender Musical Instruments Corporation’s ("FMIC") global Accounting team, we are focused on adding pro-active value at every step of the business process. Our mission is to drive effective decision support that enables the company to make critical decisions timely and accurately. 

An American icon, Fender was born in Southern California and has built a worldwide influence extending beyond the studio and the stage. A Fender is more than an instrument, it’s a cultural symbol that resonates globally.

We are seeking an Accounting Transformation Manager to join our team in Phoenix, AZ to lead the digital transformation and automation initiatives across the Accounting department. You will spearhead the implementation of cutting-edge technologies including Alteryx, SAP automation, and AI solutions to streamline accounting processes and enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate should have a strong foundation in accounting processes, advanced technical skills in automation platforms, and the ability to drive transformational change across the organization.

While the preference is for this role to be hybrid working out of our Phoenix office, consideration will be given for remote candidates located in Pacific or Mountain time zones.

Essential Functions:

• Lead department-wide process automation and digital transformation initiatives using Alteryx, SAP, and AI technologies
• Lead change management initiatives to drive adoption of new technologies and processes
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains across all accounting functions
• Design, develop, and implement automated workflows to eliminate manual processes and reliance on Excel
• Develop and document standard operating procedures for automated processes
• Monitor and optimize automated workflows to ensure accuracy and reliability
• Collaborate with IT and AI/Analytics teams to integrate AI solutions for predictive analytics and intelligent process automation 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in finance, accounting, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with 2+ years focused on process automation or transformation
• Advanced proficiency in Alteryx for data analytics and process automation
• Strong experience with SAP automation tools and workflow configuration
• Knowledge of AI applications in accounting and finance functions
• Experience leading transformation projects and change management initiatives
• Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple automation initiatives simultaneously
• Self-motivated with exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills with ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

About Fender Musical Instruments:

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) is one of the world’s leading musical instrument manufacturers, marketers and distributors, whose portfolio of brands includes Fender®, Squier®, Presonus®, Gretsch®, Jackson®, EVH®, Charvel®, Bigsby®, and Groove Tubes®, among others. For more information, visit www.fender.com. FMIC offers a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, 401(k), paid time off, and an equipment purchase program to help you get the band back together. Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veterans’ status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.

Fender is required by law in certain jurisdictions to include a pay scale in the job posting for this position.  “Pay scale” means the salary or hourly wage range that Fender reasonably expects to pay for this position; it is neither a promise nor a guarantee of the compensation that the successful candidate will receive.  The pay scale for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that Fender considers in making compensation decisions, including, without limitation: skill set, experience, and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.  If this is a remote position, the pay scale disclosed herein may be adjusted further based upon the applicable geographic differential associated with the location from which the successful candidate will work.  Please note that it is not typical for a Fender employee to be at or near the top of the pay scale for their role – especially as a new hire – and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.  Subject to the foregoing, the current pay scale for this position is $100,000.00 - $125,000.00