Head of Finance Data and Mi

6 months ago


Doncaster, United Kingdom Inclusive Consulting Ltd Full time

We are delighted to be recruiting a **Head of Finance - Data and MI** position for **DFS Group **in Doncaster, South Yorkshire.

Reporting to the Director of Finance Transformation & Shared Service, the Head of Finance data & MI will be responsible for setting up MI reporting and working closely with the data team to monitor and improve operational metrics.

DFS Group is a leading furniture retailer and, as part of the Finance transformation plans, are introducing a new role focused on Finance data and MI. Working with other leaders, this role will review existing systems and processes ahead of improving the data and MI capability across the Finance function. With demonstrable experience in effecting change, you will have the necessary communication skills to build relationships with leaders across the group in adopting new and improved ways of working.

This vacancy could be offered on a permanent basis or on a Fixed Term Contract for 12-18 months and offers hybrid working.

**Key responsibilities**:

- Develop, implement, and maintain a Finance data strategy aligned with the wider business data strategy and focused on an automated, single version of the truth
- Build the ways of working, infrastructure and partnerships that enable a data centred finance team.
- Be a chief advisor to the Finance Leadership Team on all data issues, ensuring data is managed as a strategic asset and the core of our asset base.
- Be an advocate for, and actively promote, data-driven, insight-led decision making including acting as a data champion to embed desired behaviours.
- Lead the development of an empowered data-literate community across Finance ensuring that the data competencies needed across the function are identified and nurtured.
- Oversee the establishment and maintenance of master data, ensuring data integrity, accuracy, and consistency across all systems.
- Lead insights development, ensuring that the right information is utilised to enable effective decision-making.
- Assist in the design and implementation of databases, data collection systems, data analytics, and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality.

**Key Skills & Competencies**:

- Expertise in data governance, data science, data engineering, data quality, and data security best practices
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to draw meaningful insights from complex data sets.
- In-depth knowledge of data management technologies and tools, including data lakes, data warehouses, and data visualization platforms such as Power BI.
- Experience overseeing the implementation of advanced analytics techniques, such as machine learning and predictive modelling such as SQL, Python, R, or similar.
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to present complex information to non-technical stakeholders.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving, with a strong focus on detail and accuracy.
- Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing stakeholder relationships.

**What’s on offer**:

- A highly competitive basic salary
- Bonus of up to 15% (based on company & personal performance)
- Car allowance of £6,000
- Private medical insurance (family cover)
- Life assurance of x4 annual salary
- Critical illness
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Company pension scheme with 4% company contribution

**Please note: This opportunity is exclusively managed by Inclusive Consulting. Any direct or speculative approaches will be sent to Inclusive Consulting for screening.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Temporary contract
Contract length: 18 months

**Salary**: Up to £85,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Doncaster, South Yorkshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person



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