UKI Business Consulting - Finance Transformation, Business Planning Reporting & Analytics, Manager

UKI Business Consulting - Finance Transformation, Business Planning Reporting & Analytics, Manager Location: Dublin 2

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Job Title: Manager, Finance Transformation (Business Planning Reporting & Analytics) - Business Consulting

Location: Dublin

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: NO

Business Area: Finance Transformation

Contract Type: Full-Time - Permanent

The opportunity Our Finance Transformation team delivers globally integrated Finance service offerings to our clients. Our Finance team assists clients in building Finance functions that are business-focused, cost-effective and agile in meeting the needs of all their stakeholders. A growth area for us is Business Planning Reporting & Analytics (BPRA) and how technology enables control, automation, efficiency and value growth-empowering strategic budgeting, planning, and forecasting, integrated business planning, consolidation, performance management and KPIs, data management, business partnering, AI enablement, cost reduction and value growth initiatives.

Your key responsibilities You will build strong relationships within client organisations, working with them to understand their most critical business problems and priorities, consulting with your EY peers to evaluate, design, and deliver solution options that leverage cutting edge technologies.

You will motivate and manage high performing diverse teams, aligned to EY's values, delivering exceptional client service and preparing our clients for a digital future.

Skills and attributes for Success We are looking for professionals who are great communicators, team players, and relationship builders, with a real desire to learn.

Professional in your approach, you will have a natural ability to establish personal credibility with clients. You will also be highly organised, capable of coordinating your own workload and that of other team members, meeting deadlines, proactively managing risks and delivering quality outcomes.

A role model to those around you, you will live the values of the firm daily, coaching and supporting the development of others.

Capabilities You'll Help Deliver Data2Insight Supporting better performance management and insight, from transactional ERP systems through to group-level performance oversight.

• Design ERP solutions with insight and value in mind, ensuring data drives better business decisions

Integrated Business Planning Simplified and optimised financial planning, integrated across functions and enabled by future ready tools, for more accurate forecasting and better-informed trade offs.

• Connect planning across operations, finance, commercial, and HR to enable fully integrated decision making
• Improve visibility of key drivers to better understand how operational inputs translate into financial outcomes

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Transforming FP&A to shift from manual reporting to value driving insights and business performance partnering.

• Streamline planning and reporting processes through technology and process redesign
• Design an FP&A operating model that enables greater agility and impact

Analytics and Performance Management Reporting Enabling Finance and the wider business to make faster, smarter decisions through forward looking, actionable insights.

• Establish the right processes, technologies, data, and skills to deliver value
• Embed analytics into performance management routines, driving accountability and decision making at the right cadence

AI (Artificial Intelligence) enabled Financial Transformation Leveraging AI and emerging technologies to drive automation, predictive insights, and transformation across the finance function.

• Share a deep knowledge of AI capabilities and modern solutions
• Provide insight into the value case and benefits of deploying AI technologies

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• 6+ years relevant experience
• Experience in designing solutions for complex multi national organisations
• Multiple lifecycle implementation experience of Business Planning, Reporting or Finance Analytics
• Proficiency in your chosen market or sector
• Strong client relationship skills and proven stakeholder engagement
• A keen interest in applying modern technologies to solve Finance and cross functional challenges

Ideally, you'll also have:

• A valid and certified professional accounting qualification
• A background in management consulting or experience leading large scale Business Planning, Reporting or Analytics programmes in industry
• Ability to develop creative, technical solutions
• High attention to detail and strong output quality (e.g. storyboarding, reporting)
• Strong facilitation, presentation, and analytical problem solving skills
• Experience line managing and coaching high performing teams
• Experience in the implementation of relevant technologies such as:
• SAP Analytics Cloud
• Oracle, Hyperion, SAP BPC/SAC, S/4HANA
• Anaplan, Tagetik, Board
• Microsoft Power BI

What we look for

• Core consulting skills: client management, commercial thinking, problem solving, and facilitation
• Technical skills: hands on delivery experience and subject matter knowledge in Finance transformation and performance improvement
• Versatility: ability to adapt quickly and contribute in a fast changing, tech enabled environment
• Market / sector knowledge: demonstrable domain expertise relevant to your field

What working at EY offers We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that's right for you

Benefits

• Pension
• Maternity & Paternity leave
• Discounted health insurance
• Bike to work Scheme
• Web Doctor - Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family
• Recognition Awards
• The purchase of additional annual leave
• Cash incentives for referralsHybrid Working
• Free Gym membership
• TECH MBA paid by EY
• Travel Pass
• Wellness rooms available in some offices

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you'll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it's as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

Inclusion & Diversity We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients.

We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

As an equal opportunities' employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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