Sr. Accounting Transformation Lead

The role

This person will lead accounting transformation for the company, working with the SVP, Global Controller. The work covers process standardization, technology automation, public-company readiness and change leadership across the global Accounting organization.

What you will do

• Assess current accounting capabilities across people, processes, technology, data, governance and controls
• Turn strategic priorities into project plans with measurable objectives, milestones and resources
• Simplify and standardize core accounting processes, including record-to-report, financial close, reconciliations and consolidation
• Develop clear roles, responsibilities, policies and procedures for accounting teams
• Identify automation, analytics and AI opportunities to improve accounting efficiency and controls
• Define requirements and prioritize finance technology investments with Technology and business stakeholders
• Project manage SEC-compliant reporting and disclosure readiness activities
• Report transformation progress, risks and resource needs to senior leadership
• Lead change management to drive adoption of new processes, technologies and ways of working
• Promote continuous improvement and operational excellence across the Accounting organization

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field
• Approximately 12+ years of progressive experience in accounting, controllership or finance transformation
• Significant leadership experience in complex, high-growth organizations
• Experience leading large-scale Finance or Accounting transformation initiatives across multiple functions, geographies and systems
• Demonstrated experience redesigning and standardizing accounting processes and operating models
• Strong understanding of finance technology ecosystems, including ERP, consolidation, financial reporting, close management, reconciliation and automation
• Exceptional project management and communication skills

Nice to have

• CPA
• Prior experience in public accounting
• Prior experience in a large, complex multinational organization

About the company

Lyra Health is a provider of evidence-based mental health care, working with employers, health plans and partners. Its Lyra Empower platform combines care and AI-powered technology.