Manager, Operational Finance, GBS - Finance Transformation

London; Alabama; Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Deloitte is seeking a Manager in Finance Transformation to lead ERP-enabled transformation across finance processes. You will work with finance leaders to design operating models, roadmaps and governance, while guiding multi-functional teams through transformation journeys.

The role is based in London with hybrid working and a strong emphasis on delivering measurable client impact. You’ll collaborate with clients in complex programs, leverage expertise in R2R, P2P, planning, and asset

Qualifications

• Analytical thinking to collect and analyse data for clients’ strategy.
• Strong finance process knowledge across Record to Report, Procure to Pay, etc.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and communicate recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Manage ERP-enabled finance transformations for clients.
• Shape transformation strategy at the intersection of process, people, data, and technology.
• Deliver high-quality work products and ensure superb client experience.
• Drive change and adoption with clear, confident messaging to stakeholders.
• Demonstrate executive presence and clear storytelling to client leadership.
• Understand business functions and sector trends impacting clients.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Finance Knowledge

Stakeholder Management

Change Management

Communication Skills

Leadership

Education

Finance professional qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

Do you want to work with business leaders, and alongside some of the most creative thinkers in industry? Can you develop and deliver innovative and core technology solutions that transform the digital enterprise and maximise ROI? From strategy articulation and process design to technology enablement, we work together to simplify the complex, creating tangible value for our clients.

We help CFOs drive value for their organisations across three dimensions:

Finance Business Architecture: a team with extensive experience in delivering the full Finance Business Architecture lifecycle and capability with a range of platforms (SAP S/4 HANA, Oracle, Workday etc.). We re-imagine and realise the business architecture, which underpins our client’s finance operations of the future.

End-to-end Process Expertise: With our extensive experience in implementing Finance digital solutions to improve clients Finance processes and business, we assist clients to design a finance function that is powered by machines and new models of talent to maintain the relevance and competitiveness of Finance.

Project Management, Implementation & Business Adoption: encompasses activities required to managing Finance Transformation projects, implementing and supporting the business adoption. We help CFOs assess what they need and should be doing today and how to prepare for tomorrow to drive change through their organization

Connect to your career at Deloitte

Deloitte drives progress. Using our vast range of expertise, we help our clients' become leaders wherever they choose to compete. To do this, we invest in outstanding people. We build teams of future thinkers, with diverse talents and backgrounds, and empower them all to reach for and achieve more.

What brings us all together at Deloitte?It’show we approach the thousands of decisions we make everyday. How we behave, our beliefs and our attitudes. In other words: our values. Whatever we do, whereverwe arein the world, welead the way,serve with integrity, take care of each other ,fosterinclusion, andcollaborate for measurable impact. These five shared values lead every decision wemake and action we take, guiding us to deliver impact how and where it mattersmost .

Connect to your opportunity

As a Manager within the GBS team focusing on ERP-enabled transformation and transactional finance, you will have responsibility for the following:

• Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving - Select appropriate methods for collecting and analysing data, and develop informed recommendations that shape or support the client’s business strategy
• Business Process & Technology Acumen – Articulate informed opinions to address clients’ business challenges, by shaping the transformation strategy at the intersection of process, people, data, and technology
• Delivery Excellence - Produce a high-quality work product and collaborate with others to deliver a superior client experience
• Driving Change and Adoption – Communicate messages with clarity and confidence to senior stakeholders
• Executive Presence - Deliver key messages with clarity, confidence and poise to instil confidence in clients
• Knows the Business and Sector –Understand how business functions operate and how sector trends impact a client’s business
• Logical Structuring - Organise insights and define a logical flow to tell a story when presenting recommendations
• Build and contribute domain thought-ware for use by the network
• Working effectively in diverse teams within an inclusive team culture where people are recognised for their contribution

Connect to your skills and professional experience

Your professional experience should include:

• Prior work experience within finance transformation, finance operating model and service delivery model, financial processes design/standardisation, automation and change management
• Experience in working in multi-functional teams in the design and/or implementation phases more than one of the following elements: Finance Function Strategy, Roadmap, Business case, Operating model development (incl. Enabling Technologies), Organisation Design, Service Performance Management, Governance, and Operational Support Processes.
• Experience in at least one of the core finance processes: Record to Report, project and fixed asset accounting, intercompany accounting, Order to Cash, Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting, main Finance related policies, Procure to Pay and others)
• Experience within Robotic Process Automation, Cloud based technologies and working with the Finance function would be beneficial
• Experience in at least one of the following – stakeholder management, change management, learning and development, capability development and build, succession planning and / or leadership development
• Understanding and gathering client business requirements; supporting effective day to day client relationships
• Understanding and gathering client business requirements; supporting effective day to day client relationships
• Experience in Finance Systems Implementation projects such as testing, design - or agile experience for supporting a technology delivery
• Some experience in the use of BI, reporting and data visualisation technologies to appropriately represent information and analysis
• Work effectively in a team environment on client facing environment
• Finance professional qualification such as (but not limited to): ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent

Connect to your business - Technology and Transformation

Distinctive thinking, deep expertise, innovation and collaborative working. That’s what connects us. That’s what makes us Deloitte. If you want to help solve some of the biggest tech and transformational challenges around, join us. Together, we’ll make an impact that matters.

Finance Transformation

Our clients want to achieve maximum value from digital transformation investments in Finance. That’s where we come in. By taking a holistic view of performance improvement, including strategy, process design and technology enablement, we support the smooth operation of transformations.

Personal independence

Regulation and controls are standard practice in our industry and Deloitte is no exception. These controls provide important legal protection for both you and the firm. We are subject to a number of audit regulations, one of which requires that certain colleagues abide by specific personal independence constraints (e.g., in relation to any financial interests and employment relationships). This can mean that you and your "Immediate Family Members" are not permitted to hold certain financial interests (shares, funds, bonds etc.) with audit clients of the firm, and also prohibitions on certain employment relationships (e.g., you are not permitted to hold a secondary employment role with SEC audit clients of the firm whilst being employed by the firm). The recruitment team will provide further detail as you progress through the recruitment process or you can contact the Independence team upon request.

Connect with your colleagues

“What attracted me to Deloitte were the endless opportunities and the collective experience of other like-minded individuals. Deloitte’s clients include many of the world’s largest organisations; I wanted to be part of a team that made a difference that I could be proud of.” - Dan, Technology & Transformation

Our hybrid working policy

You’ll be based in London with hybrid working.

At Deloitte we understand the importance of balancing your career alongside your home life. That’s why we’ll support you to work flexibly through our hybrid working policy. Depending on the requirements of your role, you’ll have the opportunity to work in your local office, virtual collaboration spaces, client sites and remotely. You’ll get the chance to meet face to face when needed, while you collaborate and learn from colleagues, share your experiences, and build the relationships that will fuel your career and prioritise your wellbeing. Please check with your recruiter for the specific working requirements that may apply for your role.

Connect to your return-to-work opportunity

Are you looking to return to the workplace after an extended career break?

For this role we can offer coaching and support designed for returners to refresh your knowledge and skills, and help your transition back into the workplace after a career break of two years or more. If this is relevant for you, just let your recruiter know when you make your application.

Our commitment to you

Making an impact is more than just what we do: it’s why we’re here. So we work hard to create an environment where you can experience a purpose you believe in, the freedom to be you, and the capacity to go further than ever before.

We want you. The true you. Your own strengths, perspective and personality. So we’re nurturing a culture where everyone belongs, feels supported and heard, and is empowered to make a valuable, personal contribution. You can be sure we’ll take your wellbeing serious, too. Because it’s only when you’re comfortable and at your best that you can make the kind of impact you, and we, live for.

Your expertise is our capability, so we’ll make sure it never stops growing. Whether it’s from the complex work you do, or the people you collaborate with, you’ll learn every day. Through world-class development, you’ll gain invaluable technical and personal skills. Whatever your level, you’ll learn how to lead.

Connect to your next step

A career at Deloitte is an opportunity to develop in any direction you choose. Join us and you’ll experience a purpose you can believe in and an impact you can see. You’ll be free to bring your true self to work every day. And you’ll never stop growing, whatever your level.

Discover more reasons to connect with us, our people and purpose-driven culture at deloitte.co.uk/careers