Finance Transformation Programme Lead - TOM & Process

Finance Transformation Programme Lead – Operating Model & Process Optimisation

Our prestigious Cambridge based global manufacturing business have an urgent requirement for an interim Finance Transformation Programme Manager to join the organisation on an initial 9 month engagement.

The Interim Finance Transformation Programme Lead will have a hands-on role in the delivery of the organisation’s finance function’s change agenda, implementing a group wide target operating model for Finance, along with driving process optimisation, system implementations, and capability building within Finance.

This Interim Finance Transformation Programme Lead will report into the Group CFO and will work across the Group’s international divisions, to align each region’s Finance Leadership Team on all aspects of the design and delivery of the finance operating model and finance transformation.

Up to £1000 per day – OUTSIDE IR35

9 month initial contract (with scope for long term extensions)

Hybrid working – Circa 2 days a week onsite in the client’s office in Cambridge

Experience needed:

• Proven multi-year experience of delivering complex finance transformation programmes
• Experience of delivering Operating Model and Process optimisation programmes, with strong preference for having done so for a Finance function
• Experience of delivering major transformation programmes within complex international businesses
• Exceptional programme planning and prioritisation skills, with a strong focus on hands-on execution and delivery
• Gravitas and credibility to influence and engage senior stakeholders, including Executive-level leaders (Up to CFO)
• Skilled in managing stakeholder dynamics, including navigating conflicting viewpoints and overcoming resistance to change
• Personable, engaging, and able to bridge the gap between Finance, IT and business
• Accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred

Any candidates who are not able to clearly demonstrate all of the required experience above within their CV, will not be considered for this role.

To apply for this role, please send a copy of your CV in the first instance. Suitable candidates will be contacted in due course. If you have not heard back within 7 days following CV submission, your application in this instance will have been unsuccessful.

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