Senior Transformation Manager – Accounting Digitalisation

LGELGUGB; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Transformation Manager for Accounting Digitalisation in Bradford. This hybrid role involves delivering finance transformation projects, focusing on automation and process improvement. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and experience with accounting platforms, contributing to digital solutions that enhance operational efficiency.

Benefits

Competitive salary + Bonus

25 days annual leave with option to purchase 5 more

Wellbeing and mental health benefits

Matched pension contribution up to 10%

Access to car benefit scheme

Online learning platform access

Qualifications

• Strong interest in evaluating complex accounting workflows.
• Experience with month-end close procedures.
• Proficient in RPA and AI/ML applications.

Responsibilities

• Own the delivery of finance transformation projects across key functions.
• Drive initiatives focused on process standardisation and automation.
• Collaborate with finance stakeholders to document pain points.

Skills

Analytical capabilities

Financial operations knowledge

Automation technologies

Communication skills

Detail-oriented problem-solving

Education

Experience with accounting and ERP platforms

Hands-on experience with journal automation tools

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Workday

Power BI

Alteryx

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Transformation Manager – Accounting Digitalisation to join our Liberty Blume team in Bradford (BD4). This hybrid position requires at least two days per week in the office.

This role sits within theBBS Transformation function, supporting the enhancement of ourAccounting Operationsthrough targeted improvement initiatives.

Initially, theTransformation Managerwill focus on conducting in-depth investigation and analysis to enable the successful delivery of several finance digitalisation projects. These projects will specifically target areas such asjournal automation,automated financial statement review and commentary generation, andbalance sheet reconciliation preparation and review.

Collaborating with finance stakeholders and technology teams, the role will assess current processes, identify automation opportunities, and contribute to the design and validation of digital solutions.

What will you be doing?

• Own the end-to-end delivery of finance transformation projects across key functions, including P2P, O2C, R2R, and FP&A.
• Develop and lead comprehensive project plans, budgets, risk registers, resource allocations, and governance structures, following such as Agile and PRINCE2.

• Drive initiatives focused on process standardisation, automation, and continuous improvement to improve service delivery and operational efficiency.
• Oversee cross-functional project teams, ensuring alignment with business objectives and adherence to service level agreements (SLAs).
• Conduct in-depth analysis of manual finance processes, including journal entries, financial statement review and commentary, and reconciliation activities.
• Collaborate with finance stakeholders to document pain points and identify opportunities for automation and optimisation.
• Support the assessment and selection of automation tools, platforms, and techniques that align with project goals.
• Participate in solution design workshops, contributing insights based on investigative findings and process analysis.
• Assist in developing and executing test cases to validate the effectiveness and accuracy of proposed digital solutions.
• Deliver automation projects, whether through internal development or the implementation of third-party solutions.
• Support change management efforts and training initiatives to ensure successful adoption of new tools and processes.

We tend to look for people with:

Essential

• Excellent analytical and investigative capabilities, with a strong interest in evaluating complex accounting workflows.
• Deep knowledge of financial operations, including journal preparation, account reconciliations, and month-end close procedures.
• Hands-on experience with leading accounting and ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, and Workday.
• Proficient in automation technologies, including Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and AI/ML applications in finance.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools like Power BI and Alteryx.
• Skilled in communicating effectively with both finance professionals and technical teams.
• Highly detail-oriented with a structured and logical approach to problem-solving.

Preferred

• Hands-on experience with journal automation tools and finance digital transformation initiatives.
• Familiarity with natural language generation (NLG) technologies and automated financial commentary solutions.
• Solid understanding of internal control frameworks and financial compliance standards.
• Proven track record supporting finance transformation and digital change projects.
• Exposure to Agile project delivery methodologies and iterative development practices.
• Strong skills in documentation and delivering clear, impactful presentations.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary + Bonus
• 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase 5 more
• Access to wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the Calm app, personal medical, critical illness cover and dental insurance
• Matched pension contribution up to 10%
• Access to our car benefit scheme
• Access to our online learning platform to continue to develop and grow your career with us
• The chance to join an innovative, fast-paced and passionate team

Who we are:

Liberty Blume, a Liberty Global company, is a rapidly growing business services provider, specialising in tech-enabled back-office solutions. Our mission is to deliver efficiency, scale and value to our customers through Business, Procurement and Financial Solutions. If you’re curious, customer centric and enjoy being one step ahead, join us on our scale up journey and unlock your freedom to grow!

Liberty Global is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive environment and accommodating all candidates. We’re eager to hear from you, no matter your background.