Strategic Finance Leader

2 months ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Informa Connect of Informa PLC Full time
Job Description

Role Profile

This is a key strategic role within the global finance shared services delivery organization (FSSDO) which is accountable for the effective coordination and leadership of global R2R activities & deliverables in all integration and change projects, on behalf of the global delivery teams.

The role will be responsible for ensuring that all operational Centre of Excellence (Cash Operations, Intercompany, fixed asset & payroll) & T&FA requirements (including resourcing) are captured at the planning stages of each project and that all key milestones and deliverables are met.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the COE & T&FA lead on behalf of the FSSDO for all disposals, acquisitions, restructuring, integrations, and other strategic project activities. This will include liaising with the Corp M&A team, GBS Integration teams, business stakeholders, as well as stakeholders in acquiring/selling entities.
  • Responsible for ensuring that operational COE & T&FA requirements (including resourcing) are captured & considered at the planning stages and throughout each project.
  • Act as the lead and coordinator on behalf of the global R2R community to ensure that the delivery teams meet the deliverables required to support these change initiatives at all times.
  • Ensure that COE & T&FA delivery resource requirements to support projects are captured at the planning stages, and track that recruitment and onboarding are happening according to deadlines.
  • Work with GPO and Enterprise Analytics team to ensure that effective KPI reporting is in place to ensure that R2R operations can be accurately reported on during change projects, and that mechanisms are put in place to address issues in a timely manner.
  • Ensure that the global working capital impacts are considered and reported on for these projects.
  • Act as the liaison between COE and T&FA delivery teams and project teams/external parties.
  • Drive for consistent and efficient COE & T&FA processes & system improvements on behalf of the global R2R community.
  • Oversee the COE and T&FA integration and onboarding process until full handover to operational Finance SSDO.
  • Lead the COE & T&FA aspects of deliverables required to support each TSA.
  • Ensure regular communication with the R2R delivery teams throughout the project.
  • Identify any training requirements as a result of any new process and ensure appropriate plans are in place for these to be delivered to the delivery teams.
  • Encourage an environment in which people value diversity either in recruitment, team formation, and/or in developing plans and strategies.
  • Build and develop an efficient and effective team; recruit and retain the best people for the job and actively plan for succession to develop and replace individuals effectively.

Qualifications

  • ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with at least 5 years PQE.
  • Strong academic background.
  • Deep experience of complex COE & T&FA operations is essential.
  • Excellent knowledge of working in a global business environment with sound understanding of global process and transactional flows.
  • Knowledge of dealing with mergers, acquisitions, and disposals.
  • Proven experience driving optimum performance of all colleagues concentrating on both technical and soft skill development.

Skills & Abilities

  • Excellent communication skills at all levels including a wide range of stakeholders within the business.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Act with integrity, tact, and diplomacy.
  • Highly organized, diligent with attention to detail and the ability to maintain these skills whilst working under pressure.
  • Advanced skills in Excel, Word, and Outlook are essential.

Additional Information

Informa Connect of Informa PLC is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where our colleagues can succeed. We believe in the value of diversity and are dedicated to creating opportunities for growth and development.

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