Senior Manager - Finance Transformation (R2R)

Senior Manager - Finance Transformation (R2R)   Location: Katowice - 2 days in office / 3 days remote   Let us introduce you to the job offer by EY GDS Poland – a member of the global integrated service delivery center network by EY.   The opportunity   As part of our EY GDS Poland - Finance Consulting Team, you will help clients in their Business Transformation projects. This role focuses on end-to-end RtR (Record to Report) transformation, including finance process optimization, operating model design and ERP-enabled change initiatives. You will provide industry best practices and thought leadership, ensuring the successful delivery of complex transformation programs. Furthermore, you will support go-to-market activities, client proposals and business development initiatives, helping to grow our Finance Transformation practice.    Your key responsibilities

Finance Process Transformation:  Lead and support clients in improving and transforming end-to-end RtR processes, ensuring alignment with industry standards and leading practices. Drive process standardization, operating model design and finance function transformation initiatives.   ERP Transformation:  Utilize and demonstrate a deep understanding of SAP S/4HANA and/or Microsoft Dynamics 365 to optimize finance processes and deliver successful transformation outcomes. Responsibilities include solution design oversight, test strategy governance, deployment planning and business readiness activities.   Program Leadership:  Lead large-scale finance transformation programs, managing project scope, risks, dependencies, budget and stakeholder expectations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business, project management and technical delivery teams.   Client Proposals:  Lead go-to-market efforts and development of client proposals and RFP responses, showcasing our expertise and value proposition.   Communication and Presentation:  Deliver clear and compelling presentations to senior client stakeholders, articulating transformation strategies, business benefits and implementation roadmaps. Identify, register, plan and mitigate risks, ensuring transparent communication to stakeholders.

Skills and attributes for success

Core Consulting Skills:  Strong analytical thinking, structured problem-solving skills, program management and strategic advisory capabilities.  Communication Skills:  Excellent articulation and executive presentation skills.  Language Proficiency:  Proficiency in English.  Adaptability:  Flexible and adaptable, able to operate effectively in complex and evolving environments.  Team Collaboration:  Ability to lead diverse teams and build strong working relationships across multiple stakeholder groups.

To qualify for the role, you must have

Finance Process Expertise:  Deep understanding of end-to-end RtR processes, including General Ledger, Financial Close, Intercompany, Fixed Assets and Financial Reporting.   ERP Transformation Experience:  Proven experience leading SAP S/4HANA and/or Microsoft Dynamics 365 transformation projects.   Finance Transformation Knowledge:  Strong knowledge of finance operating model design, process optimization, Shared Services and Global Business Services transformations.  Program Delivery:  Experience managing large and complex transformation initiatives, including scope, risk, resource and stakeholder management.   Client Engagement:  Proven ability to work directly with senior client stakeholders, provide strategic recommendations and drive transformation decisions.  Experience:  8+ years of relevant experience.

Ideally, you’ll also have

Process Mining:  Experience with Celonis or similar process intelligence platforms.   Business Development:  Experience supporting sales pursuits, proposal development and go-to-market initiatives.   Professional Qualifications:  ACCA,