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Director, xScale Finance Transformation & Service Enablement

Equinix
paid time off, paid holidays, retirement plan
United States, Texas, Dallas
Apr 15, 2026
Who are we? Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet. A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future. A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact.You'll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You'll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you-because when you feel valued, you're empowered to do your best work. Job Summary Equinix is seeking a strategic, results-oriented and hands-on Director to lead xScale Finance Transformation & Service Enablement activities. This role is responsible for driving the design, delivery, governance, and continuous improvement of finance transformation initiatives and operating model development, ensuring solutions are scalable, well controlled, and effectively embedded within the finance organization. This is a hands-on leadership role. In addition to leading the function and managing a team, the Director will be expected to work at a detailed level to review, challenge, and validate team outputs; oversee interpretation of finance requirements arising from legal agreements; and directly lead selected transformation initiatives. The role also carries accountability for high-quality dashboards, executive reporting, presentations, and other decision-support materials for senior stakeholders and cross-functional leadership teams. Key Responsibilities Finance Transformation & Delivery Lead the continued development and execution of the finance transformation roadmap, aligned to strategic priorities and business needs. Direct and deliver transformation initiatives that improve finance processes, controls, reporting, automation, and scalability. Personally lead selected high-priority projects, taking accountability for end-to-end execution. Oversee the full lifecycle of transformation and systems-enabled initiatives, including requirements gathering, design, testing, implementation, go-live readiness, stabilisation, and transition to business-as-usual. Ensure projects are delivered with appropriate governance, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and focus on sustainable outcomes. Process Governance, Joint Ventures Legal Agreement Operationalisation Oversee the review and interpretation of joint ventures legal and commercial agreements to ensure finance implications are fully understood and reflected in operational activities and system requirements. Oversee detailed review of finance operating processes and future-state designs to ensure they are robust, controlled, scalable, and fit for purpose. Drive consistency in process design, documentation standards, and operational governance across the function. Team Leadership & Solution Oversight Lead, coach, and develop a team responsible for finance transformation, process design, documentation, and implementation support. Review, validate, and approve detailed team deliverables to ensure accuracy, completeness, operational practicality, and alignment with business objectives. Oversee the preparation of key deliverables, including process maps and workflows, business requirements documents, functional specifications, solution design documents, operating procedures, and process narratives. Ensure documentation framework is clearly structured, decision-useful, and suitable for both business and technical stakeholders. Build a strong delivery culture focused on accountability, quality, continuous improvement, and stakeholder service. Reporting, Stakeholder Management & Change Enablement Lead the production of comprehensive dashboards, portfolio-level updates, status reporting, and executive presentations for finance and cross-functional leadership teams. Translate complex transformation activity into clear, concise, and relevant reporting for senior stakeholders. Build strong relationships across finance, technology, legal, tax, treasury, and business functions to drive alignment and delivery. Lead cross-functional discussions to define requirements, resolve issues, and support timely decision-making. Ensure change management, communication, training, and readiness planning are embedded into transformation initiatives to support successful adoption of new processes, systems, and operating models. Continuously identify opportunities to improve finance operations through automation, standardisation, and process redesign, promoting practical solutions that improve efficiency, strengthen control, and reduce manual activity. Experience & Qualifications 15+ year's experience in finance transformation, finance operations, programme delivery, and related leadership role. Proven experience leading complex, cross-functional finance transformation initiatives. Strong understanding of finance processes, controls, operating models, and reporting. Experience reviewing and validating detailed process, requirements, and implementation outputs. Experience in finance systems implementation and business process transformation. Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills. Professional finance qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CPA. Project or change qualifications such as PMP, Prince2, or equivalent are advantageous. The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are: Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 166,000 - 248,000 CAD / Annual United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 177,000 - 265,000 USD / Annual Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training. The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position. Equinix Benefits As an employee, you become important to Equinix's success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we're providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you'll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work. Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees. US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms. Canada Core Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA). - Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion. 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. We use artificial intelligence in our hiring process. Learn more here. This posting is a new position within our organization.