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Sr. Transformation Analyst, Finance

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In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
81K-95K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
81K-95K Annually
Senior level
Supports global Finance Transformation initiatives across R2R, P2P, and O2C processes. Responsibilities include process improvement, requirements gathering, system implementations, UAT, data validation, reconciliation, issue tracking, project coordination, deployment readiness, reporting, and stakeholder communication. The role partners with Finance, Technology, and global teams to deliver transformation milestones and improve Finance workflows using ERP or Workday systems.
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Sr. Transformation Analyst, Finance

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Position Summary

The Senior Analyst, Finance Transformation supports the execution of global Finance Transformation initiatives, with a focus on process optimization for R2R, P2P, and O2C Finance processes across the globe, along with broader program delivery, process improvement, and system support across the Finance organization.

This role partners with U.S. Finance, Technology, and global Finance Transformation leadership to support system implementations, testing, and operational readiness activities. The Senior Analyst plays a critical role in ensuring accurate execution, strong coordination, and timely delivery of transformation milestones.

This is a hands-on, execution-focused role responsible for supporting project delivery, data validation, system testing, and ongoing process improvements across Finance workflows.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support execution of Finance Transformation initiatives across R2R, P2P, and O2C processes, including process-specific implementation tasks and deliverables
  • Assist in process improvement and transformation activities through automation, standardization, and process simplification
  • Partner with Finance, IT, and cross-functional business teams to gather requirements, document processes, and identify gaps and pain points
  • Support project lifecycle activities, including requirements gathering, project planning, user acceptance testing (UAT), and deployment coordination
  • Perform data validation, reconciliation, and issue tracking to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial information
  • Track project milestones, risks, and issues, and provide regular status updates to project leads and senior leadership
  • Support system configuration, troubleshooting, and coordination with Technology teams (e.g., Workday or similar Finance systems)
  • Assist with preparation of project metrics, reporting, and documentation for leadership and stakeholders
  • Assist with special project work for Finance as needed, at the direction of Finance Transformation leadership

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
  • 3–6 years of experience in Finance, Financial Systems, or Transformation
  • Experience supporting projects, system implementations, or process improvement initiatives

Technical & Professional Skills

  • Basic understanding of Finance processes (R2R, P2P, O2C exposure)
  • Experience with ERP or Finance systems (Workday or similar preferred)
  • Strong data analysis skills and attention to detail
  • Project coordination and organizational skills
  • Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities
  • Familiarity with accounting principles and internal controls (SOX exposure a plus)

Core Competencies

  • Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
  • Execution focus and ability to follow structured processes
  • Effective collaboration across teams, functions, and geographies
  • Problem-solving mindset with ability to escalate issues appropriately
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment




Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.


The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.


The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.


The compensation for the position is: $ 80,750.00 - $95,000.00

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [email protected]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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