Finance Processes & Continuous Improvement Lead

Euronext; Porto; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Euronext in Porto is seeking a Finance Processes & Continuous Improvement Lead to join the Finance team, reporting to the Head of Group Corporate Programmes and Operations.

You will drive end-to-end process governance, lead CI initiatives and coordinate cross-functional improvements with IT and Data teams, delivering measurable value. The role combines strategic thinking with hands-on delivery in an international setting.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in Finance Transformation, Process Excellence or Continuous Improvement.
• Proven experience driving process optimisation, automation and AI initiatives in complex international environments.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross‑functional governance experience.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in another European language is a plus.
• Finance processes, ERP systems and project delivery methodologies.
• Lean, Six Sigma and Agile principles.
• Strategic, data‑driven and results-oriented mindset.
• Strong communication and change management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead Finance process governance across owners to drive end-to-end accountability.
• Own Continuous Improvement governance and maintain Finance operating model.
• Drive cross-functional reviews to standardise and optimise Finance operations.
• Build and manage the Finance improvement roadmap by business value and resources.
• Facilitate root‑cause analysis and CI workshops to solve operational challenges.
• Coordinate delivery and adoption of improvements with IT and Data teams.
• Identify automation and AI opportunities to increase efficiency and controls.
• Track benefits, KPIs and portfolio performance.

Skills

Finance transformation

Process excellence

Stakeholder management

Agile principles

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Master’s degree in Finance, Engineering, Data/Technology or related field

Job description

Are you ready to shape the future of capital markets?

We are looking for a Finance Processes & Continuous Improvement Lead to join the Finance team. The position will be based in Porto, and start as soon as possible. You will report to the Head of Group Corporate Programmes and Operations.

You will primarily be responsible for:

• Leading Finance process governance, bringing together process, data and system owners to drive end-to-end accountability and alignment
• Owning the Continuous Improvement governance, standards and documentation across Finance, keeping a single, comprehensive and up-to-date view of the Finance operating model
• Driving cross-functional process reviews to identify opportunities to simplify, standardise and optimise Finance operations
• Building and managing the Finance improvement roadmap, prioritising initiatives based on business value, impact and resource availability
• Facilitating root‑cause analysis and continuous improvement workshops to solve operational challenges and enhance performance
• Coordinating the delivery and adoption of process improvements across Finance, partnering closely with Operations, IT and Data teams
• Identifying and accelerating automation and AI opportunities to increase efficiency, controls and scalability
• Tracking, measuring and reporting benefits, KPIs and portfolio performance, ensuring improvements deliver tangible business value

Your profile:

• Master’s degree in Finance, Engineering, Data/Technology or a related field
• 6 or more years in Finance Transformation, Process Excellence or Continuous Improvement
• Proven experience driving process optimisation, automation and AI‑enabled initiatives in complex international environments
• Strong stakeholder management and cross‑functional governance experience
• Fluent in English, proficiency in another European language is a plus
• Finance processes, ERP systems and project delivery methodologies
• Lean, Six Sigma and Agile principles
• Strategic, data‑driven and results‑oriented mindset
• Strong communication, influencing and change management skills

Join a company where market infrastructure is built on innovation and where every innovation starts with a bold mind asking, “What’s next?”.

At Euronext, we believe change is a starting point, not an obstacle. We look for people who see growth opportunities, think long term and want to help shape capital markets for future generations.

Working with us means:

• Being part of a European, international and diverse team – Collaborate across borders with talented colleagues connected by a shared ambition and purpose.
• Learning as you grow – Develop your skills through continuous learning, real responsibilities and flexible career paths that evolve with you.
• Having an impact – Contribute to projects that matter, in an agile and dynamic environment where your ideas help drive progress.
• Driving sustainability – Play an active role in building transparent, responsible and sustainable capital markets for the long term. Together, we do not just support markets – we help shape their future.

Euronext’s Finance department plays a pivotal role in driving the Group’s performance and long-term success. Closely connected to all business lines, it oversees essential activities such as financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, accounting and finance operations, treasury and tax management, performance steering, investor relations and M&A support. Today, Finance is entering a new strategic transformation phase aimed at elevating its operating model, strengthening its analytical capabilities and supporting the Group’s continued growth. This evolution includes modernising processes, enhancing data‑driven decision making and reinforcing Finance’s position as a strategic partner across the organisation. It is an exciting moment to join a team shaping the next generation of Finance at Euronext. Join us to help drive this transformation, collaborate across disciplines and deliver impactful solutions at the core of Euronext’s strategy.

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Euronext Values

Unity

• We respect and value the people we work with
• We are unified through a common purpose
• We embrace diversity and strive for inclusion

Integrity

• We value transparency, communicate honestly and share information openly
• We act with integrity in everything we do
• We don’t hide our mistakes, and we learn from them

Agility

• We act with a sense of urgency and decisiveness
• We are adaptable, responsive and embrace change
• We take smart risks

Energy

• We are positively driven to make a difference and challenge the status quo
• We focus on and encourage personal leadership
• We motivate each other with our ambition

Accountability

• We deliver maximum value to our customers and stakeholders
• We take ownership and are accountable for the outcome
• We reward and celebrate performance

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, gender, age, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other legally protected factor. We value the unique talents of all our people, who come from diverse backgrounds with different personal experiences and points of view and we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect.

Additional Information

This job description is only describing the main activities within a certain role and is not exhaustive. It does not prevent to add more tasks, projects.