Finance Transformation Lead in London - Altum Consulting

Finance Transformation Lead

Hybrid Working (London/Remote, Flexible)

Outside IR35

6 Month Contract (Scope to Extend)

We are supporting a fast-growing global technology business with the appointment of a Finance Transformation Lead.

The Finance Transformation Lead will assess the current finance operating environment and lead improvements across financial processes, systems and ways of working. A key focus will be developing the ERP roadmap and ensuring finance has the scalable processes, controls and technology required to support a complex international business.

Key responsibilities

• Assessing the current finance operating model, processes and systems landscape
• Developing and delivering a clear finance transformation roadmap
• Leading ERP-related transformation, from initial assessment and selection through to implementation and adoption
• Standardising and improving core financial processes across multiple regions
• Identifying opportunities to simplify, automate and strengthen finance operations
• Improving financial controls, reporting and data quality
• Partnering closely with the CFO and senior finance, technology and operational stakeholders
• Establishing effective programme governance, priorities and delivery plans
• Managing third-party technology and implementation partners where required
• Supporting change management and embedding new processes across the global finance function

Experience

• A strong track record of leading complex, international finance transformation programmes
• Significant ERP implementation, upgrade or optimisation experience
• Deep knowledge of finance processes, controls and operating models
• Experience working within a global, multi-entity organisation
• The ability to operate strategically while remaining close to programme delivery
• Strong stakeholder management skills, including working directly with executive leadership teams
• Experience within technology, media or similar fast-paced international business would be advantageous