Associate Director, Operational Finance, GBS - Finance Transformation in Manchester

Overview

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 organisation.

Connect to your career at Deloitte

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Connect to your opportunity

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

• Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving - Make decisions with confidence based on analysis of available information to drive business success
• 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 - Lead projects and provide strategic direction across the account to deliver a superior client experience by developing the approach to solve complex client issues based and by providing project management expertise including senior stakeholder management
• Driving Change and Adoption – Communicate messages with clarity and confidence to senior stakeholders
• Executive Presence - Project confidence, establish credibility with and influence clients at all levels
• Intrapreneurship - generate innovative ideas and turn them into profitable business opportunities for our clients and the Firm
• Knows the Business and Sector - Advise the client to make decisions that positively impact return on investment; provides subject matter expertise on sector trends and leading practices
• Sales and Business Development - Sell potential and current clients on Deloitte’s services and negotiate profitable transactions for the Firm
• Diversity & Inclusion – Managing 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 relevant work experience demonstrating extensive Finance Transformation and proven proficiency in finance operating model and service delivery model, financial process design and standardisation, automation and change management
• Solid experience in leading large and multi-functional teams during design and implementation. Fluency in defining and implementing Finance Transformation and Systems Implementation, Finance Function Strategy, building implementation Roadmap and Business case, Designing and Implementing Finance Operating model and its Services Catalogue, Governance, Enabling Technologies & Operational Support Processes.
• Fluency in end-to-end process optimisation levers across Record to Report, Procure to Pay, Order to Cash and Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting processes.
• Background in Finance technology with experience in Finance system implementation for major vendors (Oracle, SAP, IBM etc.) having worked with Lean / Agile implementation methodologies
• Fluency in coordinating communicating and working between the Finance and the Technical IT Teams
• Knowledge of industry and technology trends impacting Finance functions
• Experience of working with a CFOs, C-Level and Finance Leadership assisting them, building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Proven ability to lead, manage and work effectively in multi-functional working teams in multi-stream programme managing diversity and providing mentorship and support to ensure team’s continuous development
• Ability to contribute to the practice development with publications, approach, toolkits, benchmarks, position papers, studies, insights
• Experience working in Data Architecture, ETL development, and Data Warehousing across Finance and Accounting processes
• Experience working with Finance software vendors both in go-to-market activities, and design and implementation of the technology and surrounding processes and change management (e.g. BlackLine, High Radius, Kyriba, Xelix, etc.)
• Finance professional qualification such as (but not limited to): ACA, ACCA, CIMA

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.

Enterprise, Technology and Performance

Our clients want to achieve maximum value from digital transformation investments in Finance, Supply Chain and IT operations. 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.

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“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, T&T

Our hybrid working policy

You’ll be based in Edinburgh, London or Manchester 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 seriously, 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

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