Finance Digital Transformation Manager (PRIT)

PERSOLKELLY SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Singapore is seeking a Finance Digital Transformation Manager to spearhead finance innovations. This role includes overseeing ERP implementation and leading a dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in finance transformation and proven leadership skills. Excellent stakeholder management and change management capabilities are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of professional experience with leadership roles required.
• Demonstrated success in finance transformation programs.
• Strong knowledge of finance processes like RTR, PTP, O2C.

Responsibilities

• Lead ERP tool implementation and cloud integration.
• Map and analyze finance processes for optimization.
• Develop strategic visions for finance transformation.

Skills

Finance transformation

Stakeholder management

Project management

Change management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CA, CPA or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Workday

Microsoft D365

UiPath

Blue Prism

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a Finance Digital Transformation Manager to spearhead the adoption of emerging technologies across the Finance function. This role will oversee ERP tool implementation, cloud integration, data analytics and visualization, robotics process automation (RPA), AI/ML, NLP, and GenAI. The ideal candidate will lead opportunity identification, evaluate evolving tools, and manage a team dedicated to continuous innovation and transformation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Current State Assessment: Map and analyze existing finance processes, legacy systems, pain points, inefficiencies, and impacts on performance or end-user satisfaction.
• Future-State Strategy & Roadmap: Define a strategic vision and actionable roadmap for a digitally reimagined finance operating model. Articulate synergies, dependencies, risks, and business value.
• Project & Portfolio Management: Lead cross-functional teams—gathering requirements, defining challenges, breaking down solutions into manageable workstreams, and overseeing execution across the transformation lifecycle.
• Change Management & Adoption: Design and implement change strategies to guide finance teams through resistance and transitions. Facilitate upskilling, reculturing, and engagement to ensure high adoption rates.
• Governance & Compliance: Ensure alignment with accounting standards, regulatory requirements (e.g. Companies Act), internal controls, and corporate governance throughout transformation efforts.
• Process Optimization & Automation: Continuously evaluate and redesign finance policies, procedures, and internal controls. Champion automation tools and robotics to drive efficiency and service quality.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Sponsorship: Develop compelling business cases and ROI analyses. Secure executive sponsorship and align transformation initiatives with finance and IT leadership.
• Bridge Between IT & Finance: Translate finance needs into product requirements, system design, and functional specifications—ensuring that IT deliverables meet business expectations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other finance functions and business units to understand and manage downstream impacts of digital interventions.
• Team Leadership & Innovation: Cultivate a team culture that embraces innovation, continuous scanning of new technologies, practical problem-solving, and high-performance delivery.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CA, CPA or equivalent required.
• 15+ years of professional experience, with substantial time in supervision or leadership roles.
• Demonstrated success in finance transformation programs, ERP implementations, target operating model redesign, or change leadership.
• Thorough knowledge of finance processes (e.g. RTR, PTP, O2C, FP&A) and ability to challenge/amend existing practices.
• Skilled in evaluating technologies including ERP (SAP, Oracle, Workday, Microsoft D365), analytics & BI, RPA (e.g. UiPath, Blue Prism), AI/NLP, GenAI and cloud platforms.
• Strong stakeholder management, presentation, and leadership capabilities.
• Proven ability to manage ambiguity and deliver results within tight timelines in fast-paced environments.
• Track record leading business case development, ROI modeling, and presenting to senior management forums.

Interested candidates who wish to apply for the advertised position, please click on “Apply”. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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