Sr Manager - Process Transformation

Overview

Lead Finance Operations process transformation, establishing baseline processes, driving efficiency and continuous improvement across finance operations teams, and defining performance indicators for fact-based success measurement.

What you'll do

• Eliminate waste and non-value-added activities using Lean principles to build a results-driven, low-bureaucracy operating culture.
• Apply DMAIC methodology to identify process gaps, design solutions, and deliver measurable improvements in operational efficiency.
• Develop and deliver role-based training programs to drive consistent process adoption, reducing error rates and rework across Finance Operations.
• Conduct regular internal audits using control frameworks to verify that process documentation is accurate, current, and compliant.
• Define and track KPIs post-implementation, including cost savings, cycle time, and error reduction, to validate ROI and sustain process gains.
• Lead continuous improvement and automation initiatives (RPA, workflow tools) with clear business cases showing efficiency, cost, and risk-reduction benefits.
• Apply knowledge of modern finance practices, including cloud ERP systems, data modeling, and automated controls, to strengthen financial operations.
• Manage cross-functional project teams through full project lifecycles, from charter and scope definition to delivery and handovers using structured PM frameworks.
• Perform root cause analysis on complex operational issues, developing corrective actions that align with business objectives and financial targets.
• Champion a Kaizen mindset across teams, embedding a culture of incremental improvement, accountability, and quality at every process level.
• Support additional initiatives assigned by leadership, contributing finance and operational expertise across evolving business priorities.
• Drive end-to-end finance transformation by streamlining procurement, invoice processing, and payment workflows, reducing cycle times, strengthening vendor controls, and delivering measurable cost and compliance improvements.

What you'll need

• Four-year college degree in Accounting or Finance.
• At least seven to ten years progressive finance and accounting experience, preferably in a large organization.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience with general ledger, P&L and Balance Sheet.
• Ability to build strong partnerships with colleagues, customers, and suppliers.
• Ability to identify areas of under-performance and agree plans to rectify.
• Experience of design and implementation of business process with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Must be initiative-taking, pragmatic, and able to work independently.
• Diligent and strong attention to detail.
• Strong influencing skills, able to solve problems and find effective and timely resolutions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a willingness to share knowledge, coach and collaborate effectively with individuals and other departments.
• Strong organization and planning skills with the ability to multitask and ruthlessly prioritize.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Able to protect and handle confidential personnel information.

Nice to have

• MBA and CPA Certification.
• Financial experience in a manufacturing environment and service-based organization.
• Prior experience of SAP.

Details

• Works under limited supervision and direction; regularly exercises discretionary and decision-making authority.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer required.
• Limited travel, including international.
• Condition of employment: successful outcome of a National Police Check and background check.
• Worker type: Employee.