Finance Operations

**Can you help us change the world?**:
It's true. At Mews, we dream big. As a Hotel Tech unicorn valued at $1.2b, we're propelling new-generation cloud technology within global hospitality. With our industry-leading property management solution**,** we're enabling the world's most revolutionary hospitality brands to accelerate their digital transformation.

We're on the lookout for ambitious, tenacious and passionate people who want to join the next generation of innovators and disrupt the hospitality industry with us. Sound good so far? Keep reading and tumble down the Mews rabbit hole...

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**About the role**:
As a Finance Operations & M&A Integration Lead, you will take on a crucial role in shaping and enhancing our financial processes. In this position, you will:

- **Develop Scalable Financial Processes**: Lead the conceptualization and design of end-to-end financial processes focused on mergers and acquisitions (M&A) integrations.
- **Specialize in M&A Integration**: Use your deep expertise in M&A to interpret complex business requirements, create detailed process blueprints, and drive seamless integrations.
- **Lead and Collaborate**: Work closely with cross-functional teams to spearhead process improvements, ensure regulatory compliance, and align financial operations with our broader organizational goals, yielding clear efficiency gains and measurable outcomes.
- **Manage and Mentor**: As a leader, you will oversee and support team members brought on board through acquisitions, creating a supportive and cohesive environment that promotes successful integration into our existing operations.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is keen **to make a significant impact through strategic leadership and innovative financial management.**

** Your mission, should you choose to accept it**:
**Strategic Process Design**:

- Lead the conceptualization and design of end-to-end financial processes, emphasizing scalability, efficiency, and alignment with organizational objectives.
- Collaborate closely with engineering and product teams to translate business requirements into actionable and comprehensive process blueprints.
- Continuously analyze existing workflows, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing solutions to enhance operational effectiveness and deliver measurable outcomes.

**M&A Integration**:

- Utilize experience in M&A integrations to assess financial processes, harmonize disparate systems, and streamline operations post-acquisition.
- Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to facilitate a smooth transition, aligning financial processes and systems to meet organizational goals post-acquisition.

**Team leadership**:

- Manage and mentor a team of financial operations specialists, focusing on integrating and leading new team members from acquired companies.

**Cross-functional Collaboration**:

- Partner across teams to align financial processes with broader organizational strategies.
- Communicate effectively to gather requirements, address challenges, and implement best practices.
- Engage stakeholders across departments to ensure buy-in, understanding, and successful implementation of process improvements.

**Adaptability, Innovation, and Change Management**:

- Proactively assess emerging technologies and market trends to innovate and enhance financial processes.
- Foster an environment of continuous innovation and effective change management.

**Metrics, KPIs, Compliance, and Risk Management**:

- Establish, track, and report on key metrics and KPIs to evaluate process performance and ensure team effectiveness.
- Ensure all activities comply with regulatory standards, internal policies, and industry best practices, actively mitigating potential risks.

**Documentation and Training**:

- Document all process workflows, guidelines, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for both reference and training purposes.
- Conduct comprehensive training sessions to familiarize both existing staff and new team members with updated processes and systems.

**️ You'll be a great fit if you bring a few of the below with you**:

- **Educational Background**: A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field is required. A Master's degree is preferred.
- **Professional Experience**: 5-10 years of experience in finance operations, with a strong emphasis on process improvement and M&A integrations.
- **Leadership Skills**: A pproven leadership abilities, especially in scenarios that involve integrating diverse groups.
- **Expertise in M&A**: A thorough understanding of M&A processes and their implications for finance operations is crucial.
- **Analytical Abilities**: Strong analytical skills are necessary to evaluate complex situations and devise effective solutions.
- **Communication Skills**: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for effective collaboration with diverse teams.
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