Business Transformation Consultant - Finance Transformation

Job Description

IBM Consulting Overview A career in IBM Consulting is built on long-term relationships and close collaboration with clients across the globe. Work with visionaries across multiple industries to improve the hybrid cloud and AI journey for the most innovative and valuable companies. Drive meaningful impact through IBM's strategic partner ecosystem and robust technology platforms, including Software and Red Hat. IBM Consulting embraces curiosity and continuous learning, encouraging innovative thinking and groundbreaking solutions. Your Role and Responsibilities As a Business Transformation Consultant , you will bring proven expertise in Finance Transformation (finance process redesign, finance transformation, finance digital transformation, planning, budgeting and forecasting, F&A SSC, and Target Operating Model Design). Key responsibilities include: Working with solutioning & advisory teams to source, solution & sales opportunities Collaborating with CFO and FP&A teams to understand requirements Defining the ideal finance operating model and embedding key controls Analyzing business requirements and translating them into planning and analytics-based solutions Designing planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for CFO organizations Overseeing and managing finance transformation programs, ensuring successful delivery Engaging with clients to analyze business requirements related to data analytics and reporting Translating business needs into technical solutions Required Education Master's Degree Preferred Education Master's Degree Required Technical and Professional Expertise Business Skills: Expertise in finance transformation / CFO advisory domain Strong capability in CFO agenda: planning, analytics, record to report, order to cash, procure to pay, consolidation Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team Strong oral & written communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders Proven experience in client-facing roles with handling capabilities under challenging circumstances Experience in project management methodologies and tools Technical Skills: Strong techno-functional understanding of planning & analytics solutions and broader finance transformation agenda Familiarity with SAP ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA, SAP BW) and other data sources Knowledge of data warehousing and ETL processes Experience in consulting roles focused on data analytics and business intelligence Certifications in planning and analytics solutions preferred Preferred Technical and Professional Experience Experience in PTP and end-to-end finance transformation Chartered Accountant, MBA Finance from premier institutions CFO Advisory