Finance Manager, FP&A CoE

About us:

LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a dedication to excellence in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge and worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk and create jobs. It's how we've contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years. Through a comprehensive suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services – and our open-access model – we provide the flexibility, stability and trust that enable our customers to pursue their ambitions with confidence and clarity. LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in over 60 countries across EMEA, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. We employ 25,000 people globally, more than half located in Asia Pacific.

Our people:

People are at the heart of what we do and drive the success of our business. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change shape how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential. We embrace diversity and actively seek to attract individuals with unique backgrounds and perspectives. We break down barriers and encourage teamwork, enabling innovation and rapid development of solutions that make a difference. Our workplace generates an enriching and rewarding experience for our people and customers alike. Our vision is to build an inclusive culture in which everyone feels encouraged to fulfil their potential. We know that real personal growth cannot be achieved by simply climbing a career ladder – which is why we encourage and enable a wealth of avenues and interesting opportunities for everyone to broaden and deepen their skills and expertise. As a global organisation spanning over 60 countries and one rooted in a culture of growth, opportunity, diversity and innovation, LSEG is a place where everyone can grow, develop and fulfil your potential with meaningful careers.

Role Description:

This role will be a part of the Finance Center of Excellence and support various financial aspects of LSEG's Operations. The successful candidate will combine excellent commercial, communication and technical skills to provide financial insight for business partnering, reporting, planning, and forecasting.

Key responsibilities of the role:

The role will be part of FP&A Reporting & Analytics team to manage Workforce area include but is not limited to the following:

• Provide analysis, reporting, and decision support to senior management on workforce-related matters, including internal and external workforce costs.

• Consolidate, analyse, and deliver insights through monthly global/regional reporting packs and ad-hoc reporting decks.

• Execute a robust month-end review process for workforce reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

• Lead and support workforce analysis, modelling, validation, and outcome tracking.

• Assist in preparing monthly end-to-end business reviews (MBRs) and manage budgeting processes, including staff budget assumptions, in collaboration with senior management and Country HR leads.

• Oversee finance administrative activities related to workforce budgeting and forecasting using Oracle EPM tools.

• Act as the primary point of contact for divisions/functions on workforce reporting and drive strategic projects.

• Identify and implement process enhancements and improvements; support strategic projects, migrations to new reporting tools, additional finance initiatives as needed.

• Lead and deliver ad-hoc analysis and reporting as required.

• Capable of managing a small team while also working independently with minimal direct supervision

Key skills required to be successful in the role:

• Proven experience working within a global, matrixed organization.

• Skilled at influencing colleagues and strategic partners to achieve objectives.

• Demonstrated success collaborating across cross-functional and indirect teams.

• Strong ability to identify key drivers behind results and articulate the underlying "story."

• Highly effective in delivering results within fast-paced, complex, global environments.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.

• Meticulous attention to detail while maintaining a strategic, big-picture perspective. Confident and articulate, with the ability to challenge peers and senior leaders constructively.

• Excellent interpersonal skills; adept at building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders.

• Highly numerate, with advanced proficiency in Excel, financial modelling, and data analysis.

Experience required:

• Qualified chartered accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), MBA Finance with 7 to 10 years post qualified experience, which includes activities (Workforce reporting & analysis, advanced reporting tools, Budget guidance and analysis, Monthly Business review decks and insight)

• Working experience in workforce reporting and analysis space within FP&A domain is a plus.

• Knowledge and understanding of Oracle EPM ERPs and other financial systems

• Demonstrated ability to work in a deadline-oriented environment handling multiple priorities

• Proven track record to interact with senior management

• Demonstrated ability to provide business partnering support

• Excellent use of Microsoft office packages, PowerPoint, Excel/ Power BI/Query, Word and other BI tools

• Ability to build strong working relationships with colleagues globally

• Time-zone overlaps with global collaborators and counterparts, as warranted

Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

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