The Global Finance Shared Services team, led by the Director of Finance Shared Services, is responsible for managing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Vendor Master Data Management (MDM), Business Licenses, and Corporate Cards processes across all lululemon entities. Reporting directly to the VP Finance Operations, you will collaborate with various cross-functional teams to ensure seamless operations and compliance with SOX standards in these critical financial areas. You will have a desire for continuous improvement and contributing to the success of the company.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for shared services, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Vendor MDM, Business Licenses and Corporate Cards.
• Provide leadership and direction to teams responsible for each functional area, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Oversee timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, employee expense reports, and other financial transactions, while managing compliance with SOX controls and signing authority policies.
• Manage and oversee the performance of third-party offshore resources to drive process improvements, optimize resource utilization, and enhance overall efficiency in service delivery.
• Drive process improvements and efficiencies through technology utilization, establishing metrics such as SLAs and KPIs to measure performance and compliance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, MBA) preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting roles, with significant exposure to shared services, BPO and international operations.
• Ability to influence and collaborate at all levels of the organization including senior executives; able to comfortably speak to business line managers and establish a communication cadence
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining attention to detail and ensuring utmost integrity in financial operations.
• Strong understanding of SOX controls, compliance requirements, and financial regulations governing shared services functions.

must haves

• Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
• Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
• Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
• Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
• Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take yourself too seriously.