FILLED: DM4089 Finance Seperation - Surrey - 6 months +
Summary
Our client has an immediate requirement for an experienced interim Finance Transformation Business Leader to complete the separation of the Finance function from the selling company and subsequently optimise this standalone function within the new business venture.
Project Role
The Finance Transformation Business Leader will work closely with the Backoffice Transformation leader, other functional teams and the IT team to define the "to be" end state, establish a road map, prioritise programmes of activity and lead execution of individual programme from business requirements through to successful implementation.
Reporting directly to the Finance Director, with approximately 5 direct reports, the Finance Transformation Business Leader will be expected to:
· Provide overall business leadership and coaching for all finance aspects of the separation and transformation programme in close collaboration with other functions.
· Take overall responsibility for determining how new processes previously undertaken by a shared service centre will be handled by the standalone Finance function (e.g. payroll)
· Assist with the definition of the Finance function target operating model and develop the solutions road map
· Shape, prioritise, manage and deliver the portfolio of Finance separation & transformation initiatives (approx £5m Programme) to ensure that costs, risks, issues, dependencies and status are tracked and benefits realised
· Engage with relevant members of the Finance team and other teams with interdependencies to ensure full buy-in and support
Experience and skills
When applying for this role you will need to have:
· Batchelor University Degree (professional finance qualification preferable)
· 10 years + experience of transforming and optimising Finance in a leading role
· Deep Finance domain expertise, with best practise HR knowledge and working knowledge of other back office functions
· Prior experience with successful ERP implementation/business transformations
· The required change management, stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills to drive change throughout an organisation
This transformation involves significant process improvement and enhancement, so any lean / six sigma training would also be advantageous.
Logistics
Rate:
Up to £800 per day depending upon experience
Location:
Surrey, approx 30 mins from Victoria station
Duration:
6 months +
Start Date:
1-2 weeks