Finance Consultant - Process and Operational Excellence (FTC)

Brewer Morris; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Finance Consultant to lead a global process and operational excellence project. This pivotal role involves collaborating with senior leaders, managing project financial outcomes, and implementing robust governance structures. The successful candidate will drive significant benefits to the organization's operating profit by optimizing financial frameworks and enhancing data management. If you are a qualified accountant with strong stakeholder management skills and a passion for continuous improvement, this is an exciting opportunity to make a substantial impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with experience in managing project financial outcomes.
• Strong stakeholder management and data analytics skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and reporting of the value case for operational excellence.
• Engage with senior stakeholders to ensure accountability and performance.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Data Analytics

Financial Reporting

Project Management

Leadership

Financial Frameworks Implementation

Communication Skills

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Tools

SAP S4/Hana

Job description

Finance Consultant - Process and Operational Excellence (FTC)

Location: London Hybrid

We are supporting a global FTSE listed business in sourcing a skilled Finance Transformation Partner to join their team. The successful candidate will support the Finance Transformation Director in a global process and optimisation project. This role is crucial in advancing the project beyond its discovery phase, focusing on defining the next level case. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering significant annual benefits to the group's operating profit across all business functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the creation and detailed reporting of the value case for the Process & Operational Excellence initiative, ensuring comprehensive alignment across regions and functions.
• Implement robust governance structures, monitor progress meticulously, and establish key performance indicators to ensure the investment case is effectively tracked and managed.
• Engage with senior stakeholders to ensure accountability for achieving the defined value case outcomes, fostering a culture of performance and responsibility.
• Provide critical financial insights and challenges to the Process & Operational Excellence Transformation programme, supporting stakeholders in making informed, strategic decisions.
• Conduct thorough assessments of risks and opportunities, with regular reviews to ensure proactive management and mitigation.
• Set and uphold high standards for financial analysis in investment proposals, ensuring consistency and alignment with Group financial reporting requirements.
• Partner with senior leaders, including executive stakeholders, to agree on benefits delivery across regions and functions, driving strategic outcomes and ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
• Collaborate with Indirect Procurement teams to optimise technology contracting, particularly focusing on SAP S4/Hana, and ensure accurate cost representation in financial plans.
• Work closely with data owners and end users to identify opportunities for improved data management and innovative data usage to enhance business insights and decision-making.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, leading efforts to identify solutions and enhance finance partnering and project financial management capabilities.

The project covers comprehensive end-to-end processes, including:

• Procurement and Payment: Oversee direct and indirect procurement, manage global inbound invoicing, and ensure efficient accounts payable processes.
• Supply Chain Management: Coordinate global supply chain activities to optimise planning and fulfilment.
• Customer and Revenue Management: Enhance customer service operations, streamline global outbound invoicing, and manage accounts receivable effectively.
• Financial Planning and Reporting: Develop robust budgeting and planning processes, ensuring accurate group reporting.
• Accounting and Financial Controls: Manage global accounting activities, oversee Treasury and Tax operations, and implement strong financial controls.

Qualifications:

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with extensive experience in managing project financial outcomes within a complex, international matrix environment.
• Demonstrated ability to implement project financial frameworks and methodologies effectively.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, capable of engaging in challenging conversations with senior leaders.
• Proficiency in data analytics and visual financial reporting, driving data-informed decision-making.
• Exceptional organisational and leadership abilities, with a talent for storytelling to drive action.
• Experience in collaborating with non-finance stakeholders to achieve strategic goals.
• Ability to balance meticulous attention to detail with a pragmatic approach to delivering value.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in complex situations.

Due to the urgency of this requirement, candidates need to be available at short notice.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Consulting, Accounting/Auditing, and Finance

Industries

Wholesale Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics, Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, and Retail Appliances, Electrical, and Electronic Equipment