General Information
Reference
003241
Vacancy Location
United Kingdom, London, London
Work Place
Hybrid
Region
UK
Vacancy Details
Job Profile
Lockton - Experienced Professional
Title
International Finance Chief Operating Officer
Description
Role Purpose
The purpose of the role is to work with the CFO and the senior Finance Leadership team to ensure that the Finance team is meeting its short and long term goals. This will include contributing to the development of the Finance Strategy and ensuring that Finance is meeting its Control and Client Service / Business Partnering objectives in an effective, efficient and scalable manner.
The role will also involve interaction with the Finance team based in the US to ensure that the Global Finance team works together effectively.
The Finance team is part of the firm’s broader Shared Services organisation, including Human Resources (HR), Information Technology (IT), Legal, Risk, Compliance and Company Secretariat (LRCS) and Internal Audit.
The Finance COO will also work with the other Shared Services COOs to develop the overall Shared Services brand and strategy.
Main Accountabilities
* Drive the development of the Finance team Vision and Strategy
* Align objectives across the Finance team to achieve the above Vision
* Drive a culture of development and progression for Finance associates
* Implement a training programme to ensure that Finance associates have the appropriate skills to perform their roles effectively.
* Monitor and track the Finance headcount and resources internationally. Ensure that the team is appropriately resourced and operating within budget.
* Develop KPIs to monitor the performance of each team with Finance – support teams in developing KPIs and develop a monitoring dashboard
* Finance Accounting & Modernisation Excellence (FAME) is a global Finance transformation project, with two key workstreams:
o Technology Modernisation – implement Oracle GL, associated modules and Close and Consolidation system globally
o Global Finance Service Centre (GFSC) – outsourcing activities to Deloitte in India
o The COO will be responsible for monitoring the effectiveness of the GFSC, and for driving efficiency improvements in the GFSC
* Control – maintain oversight of Internal audit points, KPMG management letter points and other areas for improvement.
* Ensure that the areas responsible are actively addressing any perceived control weaknesses
* Investments – work closely with other Finance teams
o Develop investment tracking pack including performance metrics
o Co-ordinate Finance due diligence and review of investment proposals
* Drive end to end process development and continuous improvement across the International Finance team
* Develop metrics which effectively measure the performance of the Finance team, in terms of control and efficiency
* Support the continuous improvement of the Finance team profile and perception with Lockton International through the quality of advice, control and service delivered
Candidate Profile
Competencies
* Ability to work across organisational boundaries, e.g. managing / co-managing initiatives across multiple business lines and functions
* Executive presence and confidence to drive and influence the development implementation of Finance strategy, including Finance’s IT requirements and other development plans
* Excited about the difference that good processes and technology can make to an organisation
* Successfully operated at management or senior consultancy level
* Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills
* Proven ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels
* Ability to build productive working relationships
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s / Masters degree
* Likely to be a qualified accountant, but not necessary if other experience is relevant
Experience
* Working with senior stakeholders
* Experience of driving change, ideally in a Finance organisation – beneficial not mandatory
Skills and Knowledge
* Knowledge of organisational change, technology implementation, Finance operations and analytics / KPIs
* Knowledge of financial service markets
* Skill in change management
* Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations
* Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritising
* Skill in facilitating meetings
* Skill in directing and assigning work to others
* Skill in communicating orally and in writing, particularly with business leaders and the Finance community
* Skill in adopting an innovative approach to learning solutions
About The Position
The International Finance COO is a new role established to work closely with the International CFO and senior Finance Leadership team, to drive the performance of the Finance team.
Scheduled
Full Time Permanent
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