Assistant Department Manager - Finance Technology

• The Assistant Department Manager - Finance Technology will lead and manage the Financial Automation and Financial Systems teams and ensure seamless integration of technology and finance operations. This role combines financial expertise with technological acumen to drive efficiency, innovation, and data-driven decision-making within the finance department. The Assistant Department Manager will collaborate with US Finance Managers and Controller and implement strategic plans to achieve long-term US Corporate Financial Services goals. This role requires strong leadership, organization, and communication skills as well as a strong background in finance and technology to drive team performance and achieve departmental objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with US finance leadership, BMI department managers, and implement strategic plans to achieve long-term US Corporate Financial Services vision and goals.
• Lead and manage the Automation and Financial Systems teams.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide professional development opportunities.
• Mentor and develop team members, providing guidance and support.
• Oversee the discovery and implementation of automation solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy as well as manage the development, implementation, and maintenance of financial systems
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to integrate financial systems with other business systems.
• Monitor industry trends and advancements in financial technology to keep the organization at the forefront of innovation.
• Identify opportunities for automation within finance processes.
• Identify and develop Subject Matter Experts (SME) within financial systems and automation teams
• Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.
• Ensure financial systems are aligned with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Professional / Masters s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., CA, CPA, CFA, CISA, BE) is preferred.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in financial management, technology, or a related role.
• Strong understanding of financial systems and automations and having experience of ERP Implementation/Support, RPA, UI Path, Alteryx, Data Analytics, Microsoft Power Platform, Python etc.
• An expert collaborator, who builds active strategic partnerships and mutually beneficial relationships to pre-empt sources of conflict and ensure continued collaboration that drives performance for the organization
• A proven track record of driving successful transformation and change
• It shows courage and confidence to speak up and challenge competently even when confronted with resistance or unfamiliar circumstances.
• Strong leadership, Strategic Thinking and team management skills.
• An experienced people-leader, who can deliver optimal work design, development, and drive performance through their team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.