Interim Head of Finance Transformation and Change

AXA Partners; Redhill; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AXA Partners is seeking an Interim Head of Finance Transformation and Change for a 12-month contract. The role involves leading finance transformation initiatives, overseeing change management projects, and collaborating across teams to enhance finance operations. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in finance and change management, strong project management skills, and a proven track record in finance systems implementation.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based bonus

Group Personal Pension Plan

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Private Healthcare

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Substantial finance and change management experience.
• Proven experience in leading finance transformation projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all finance change projects from inception to delivery.
• Identify and lead automation projects to streamline finance processes.
• Manage, mentor, and support a small finance change team.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Education

Qualified Accountant

Job description

Interim Head of Finance Transformation and Change

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About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Interim Head of Finance Transformation and Change to join our finance leadership team. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract where you will lead finance transformation initiatives, report to the CFO for UK&I, and work collaboratively across functions to implement innovative solutions that enhance our finance operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead Change Management: Oversee all finance change projects from inception to delivery, ensuring effective implementation and adoption.
2. Drive Efficiency: Identify and lead automation projects to streamline finance processes and improve operational efficiency.
3. Collaborate Across Teams: Work with stakeholders at the Group and UK levels on finance projects including reporting, P2P, O2C, and bank automation.
4. Review and Improve Processes: Assess current finance processes and implement changes aligned with the target operating model.
5. Resolve Project Issues: Facilitate resolution of issues across stakeholder groups for smooth project delivery.
6. Foster Continuous Improvement: Promote a culture of innovation and ongoing improvement within the finance team.
7. Develop the Team: Manage, mentor, and support a small finance change team, fostering growth and capabilities.
8. Promote Collaboration: Contribute to a positive, high-performance finance leadership culture.

Candidate Profile

• Qualified accountant with substantial finance and change management experience, preferably in financial services or insurance.
• Proven experience in leading finance transformation projects from business case to implementation.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects effectively.
• Experience managing teams and fostering collaboration.
• Proven track record in finance systems implementation and process improvement.
• Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and proactive in driving change.

About AXA

AXA Group is a global leader in insurance and asset management, dedicated to protecting and advising clients through a broad range of products and services, with over 100 million clients worldwide. Our mission is to empower people to live better lives, guided by our core values: Customer First, Courage, Integrity, and One AXA.

About AXA Partners

AXA Partners is a transversal business unit offering assistance services, travel insurance, and credit protection, implementing innovative solutions from the AXA Innovation unit, designed to protect what matters when it matters most.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Private Healthcare
• Employee discounts

We support flexible working arrangements and are committed to equal opportunity employment, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds and providing accessibility support as needed.