Finance Manager

Key responsibilities:

To provide specialised knowledge and expertise in the Finance Data ‘domain’ into, or as part of, an agile Team. The Finance SME will work alongside different Feature/Component Teams as needed.

• Finance Domain Expertise. SMEs with knowledge of the Finance Domain, Data and Systems in which the product operates. This includes industry trends, regulations, and best practices.

• Finance Product Knowledge. For existing Products, SMEs offer insights into the current product features and limitations.

• Finance Technical Expertise. For Technology focussed products, Finance SMEs with technical knowledge can guide the Team on the technical challenges, solutions and future enhancements e.g., Upgrading tech systems, identifying all system connections

• Finance Process Knowledge. SMEs will provide expertise in specific Finance business processes and workflows/methodologies relevant to the product. The goal being to streamline the process and make them more efficient.

• Finance Regulatory Compliance. SMEs can ensure that the Product adheres to all relevant regulations and compliance requirements.

Key skills and capabilities:

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  Analysis & Decision Making: Identifies the key issues, breaking down problems and establishing facts. Uses sound judgement to make informed decisions. Develops evidence-based strategy and plans which consider different options, benefits, risks, and solutions to make effective decisions.

• Delivering Business Results: Energetic, tenacious in the achievement of goals and operates at pace. Has a 'can / will do' approach and must be prepared to be hands on. Possesses the flexibility and drive to support a changing, dynamic business. Balances new ideas with delivering measurable results and driving personal performance.

• Change Management: Communicates and explains change effectively. Plans and implements changes gaining commitment and understanding, minimising disruption to service. Experience in complex finance systems and AGILE change methodology preferred.

• Organisational Awareness: Has a very good understanding of the Group’s overall aims, structures, policies, and culture, together with a good knowledge of the policies, operations, systems, and relevant strategies pertaining to specific areas of the business. Able to assess the impact of change on products, systems, processes, and people. Develops and maintains relationships with key contacts in all relevant areas.

• Bringing Innovation to problem solving: Exhibits high level of curiosity around technology, markets, and the business area. Researches issues to aid driving a high-quality design, insight, advice and guidance. Looks for opportunities to simplify and improve within a changing environment.

• A qualified accountant or equivalent Finance experience. Advanced excel skills would be beneficial to the role but are not essential.