About the role
This role will oversee the financial planning and investments across multiple Corporate Functions. There will be a strong emphasis on supporting the highly evolving & fast-growing areas of technology, marketing and other key functional areas. This individual will be the financial lead & partner to senior leaders and their leadership teams overseeing the financials and as such will ensure accurate and insightful financial reporting, that there exists an appropriate financial control environment and provide strategic and financial planning leadership.
The successful candidate will have demonstrated the ability to successfully operate in a complex matrix environment with high levels of change, strong core financial skills and an analytical thinker with strong communication, influencing and interpersonal skills.
Key responsibilities
Work with senior management to translate strategic plans into operational plans that align to targets, including investment prioritisation activity. Lead the financial quantification of investments that are intended to expand & improve service offerings, support growth & profitability. Track financial performance of investments and operational plans. Flag and provide insight on any variance on costs or benefits. Take accountability to ensure that reported financials and financial projections are accurate, and risks and opportunities are well understood. Work with other finance teams across the organisation to ensure alignment. Effectively utilise shared financial service resources, to deliver on stakeholder expectations and ensure no surprises. Across all locations ensure aspects of financial risk have been considered and controls are in place. Effectively articulate findings and outcomes through high quality communications and facilitate executive decision. Provides senior management with a broader view on functional topics (non-financial) Drive to deliver exceptional performance and shift priorities as the needs of the organization change.
What we are looking for:
The ideal candidate will have an undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance, complemented by a professional accountancy qualification or substantial experience in a commercial finance role. They should bring a strong understanding of technology, with hands-on experience in cloud hosting, AI-driven software and tools, and ERP systems. Additionally, experience working in and with Marketing, as well as other core functions such as Legal and HR, is essential.
As a trusted business partner, the candidate will excel at building collaborative relationships across teams, providing strategic financial insights, and driving impactful decision-making to support business growth in addition to the following:
Management experience working in a global matrix organization and adapting through periods of change. Proven communication skills at senior levels, with a strong commercial emphasis. Track record of execution and influencing across the organization. Experienced in analysing large & complex data sets and presenting recommendations & findings to senior management. Strong core financial skills across opex and capex. Enjoys asking the what if and why questions. Demonstrates integrity & delivers what is promised. Thinks creatively, using insights to improve work.