Continuous Improvement Manager

ROLE:                                Continuous Improvement Manager       

REPORTING TO:            Finance Operations Manager

LOCATION:                      Dublin

 Our client is looking to hire a ‘Continuous Improvement Manager’ who has a blend of transformation and project management experience to lead their Continuous improvement agenda. This person will have strong SAP S4 HANA experience coupled with accounting and reporting (including OTC) exposure in their current and previous roles.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Position Description:

• The role is to lead the delivery of an ambitious Continuous Improvement (CI) Plan in Finance Operations which is key to the overall effectiveness and success of the Transformation and Performance Improvement efforts in Finance Operations
• The holder of the role requires a deep knowledge and experience of the Accounting & Reporting and OTC processes as well as Project Governance, Project Management and in-depth systems knowledge.

 Key Responsibilities:

• The CI Manager will play a key role to Identify and drive opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies through digitalisation and automation, maximising Sap S4Hana capabilities, the ERP system and also leveraging emerging financial technologies such as AI, and data analytics.
• Focus externally on terms of what is happening in the area of Finance Transformation and best practice.
• Undertake scoping and provision of a Governance Framework for delivering initiatives. Liaise with the Transformation Programme (Sparking Solutions) as the Finance Operations representative.
• Build internal capability amongst the team in continuous improvement skills and Digital/AI and business intelligence tools. Creating an innovative culture, embracing digital opportunities, enabling collaboration across the wider Finance and IT delivery organisations to support and enhance our financial practices and drive efficiency.

 ABOUT THE PERSON:

Essential Experience and Qualifications:

• Strong technical knowledge & experience of accounting processes and Sap 4Hana.
• Significant project management experience with a proven track record of delivery.
• Experience and success in delivering initiatives /change through people.
• Ability to take initiative, identify issues, develop solutions and drive through business improvements.
• The ability to comprehend complex business issues involving processes, people, systems & financial matters.
• Proven record in change management which is crucial for a continuous improvement lead as it ensures the seamless integration and sustainability of improvements within the organization, fostering adaptability and growth. contribution to evolving the business.
• Proven stakeholder management and collaboration skills.
• A commercial mindset with effective analytical and interpersonal skills.
• An ability to act independently and to work as part of a team.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, people and customer skills.
• A recognised finance qualification with minimum 7 years PQE or equivalent relevant work experience.