F&A Operations Leadership

F&A Operations Leadership

We are seeking a highly skilled F&A Operations Leader to drive strategic vision and lead our F&A operations team. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and innovation.

The successful candidate will have a strong track record of managing F&A transformations, process improvements, and cross-functional teams. They will also possess excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams.

1. Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and execute the strategic vision for F&A operations, aligning with business objectives and growth plans.
• Lead the F&A operations team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and innovation.

• Oversee day-to-day F&A activities, including Record to Report (R2R), Order to Cash (O2C), Procure to Pay (P2P), and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) processes.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, regulatory requirements, and financial reporting standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS).
• Manage end-to-end process governance, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and quality of financial data.

• Lead F&A transformation projects, including system implementations (e.g., SAP, Oracle), process reengineering, and technology adoption.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reductions, and automation through tools like RPA (Robotic Process Automation) and AI-driven analytics.
• Drive the adoption of Finance Digitalization strategies to improve decision-making and reporting capabilities.

• Ensure robust financial controls, risk management practices, and compliance with corporate policies and external regulations.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and service level agreements (SLAs) to track operational performance and drive accountability.
• Support internal and external audits, ensuring timely and accurate completion of audit requirements.

• Build strong relationships with business leaders, finance partners, and external stakeholders to support strategic objectives.
• Provide thought leadership and strategic insights to senior management on finance operations and performance.
• Act as a key advisor for finance-related projects, initiatives, and business decisions.

1. Finance & Accounting Expertise:

• Deep knowledge of F&A processes, including R2R, O2C, P2P, FP&A, and taxation.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS), internal controls, and audit requirements.

• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams across geographies.
• Strong project management skills, with experience managing large-scale F&A transformations.
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and drive change initiatives effectively.

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, Oracle Financial Services, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Knowledge of automation tools (e.g., UiPath, Blue Prism) and data analytics platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Familiarity with finance transformation frameworks and digital finance strategies.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Critical thinking and decision-making capabilities, particularly in high-pressure environments.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams.

1. Education:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

• 10+ years of experience in Finance & Accounting operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of managing F&A transformations, process improvements, and cross-functional teams.
• Experience in working with global finance operations and multi-cultural teams is a plus.

We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development. Our organization is committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity, diversity, and respect.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds.

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your application through our website.

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