Head of Finance Transformation

About the role:

As a trusted financial advisor on multiple large-scale and smaller critical projects, providing counsel and recommendations through business case generation and project management, the Head of Financial Transformation will be responsible for leading the financial systems, strategic, and continuous improvement initiatives within our finance function, driving efficiency, and optimising processes, to support our broader strategic objectives.  Expertise in digital finance transformation, process simplification and change management, will ensure our finance functions align with the company’s long-term growth plans. 

Modernisation of our systems (including ERP) is high on the agenda.  This role will require overseeing the potential selection and implementation of new finance systems and tools, ensuring they meet our evolving needs, working closely with IT, the business, and finance teams, to achieve a smooth integration of digital solutions.  This will form a significant part of the role going forwards.

About you:

You’re an experienced, innovative, and strategic thinker who can partner with finance, IT and operational leaders to deliver substantial improvements across our finance organization.

• Excellent communication and influencing skills - able to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent project management, leadership, and team management skills, experienced working across functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data to drive decision-making. 
• Proven experience in leading large-scale finance projects.
• Deep knowledge of finance systems, ERP platforms, automation tools and data analytics.
• Background in finance transformation or ERP projects.
• Experience in change programmes with strong governance.
• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).

What we can offer you:

• Highly competitive base salary (dependent on experience)
• Annual performance bonus of up to 20%
• Company car/ cash for car
• 28 days’ holiday plus 8 statutory holidays – plus option to buy 5 additional days
• Double-match pension scheme - for every £1 you put in, we'll add £2 (max company contribution 12%)
• Private medical insurance
• Financial protection with 10x salary death in service and financial support if you're unable to work due to long term illness
• Excellent family friendly provisions - maternity/paternity/adoption/surrogacy/ shared parental leave
• Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24/7
• Financial support to cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions relevant to your role.

Other 'nice to knows':

• Hybrid working
• Free gym and exercise classes onsite at our Warwick office, sports clubs to join
• Subsidised canteen and coffee shop
• Free parking

About us:

National Gas, the backbone of Britain’s energy system, is helping lead a clean, reliable, and affordable energy future for everyone.  Our skilled colleagues bring gas to 23 million homes, and over 500,000 businesses, including hospitals, heavy industries and power stations that keep Great Britain's lights on.  We fuel growth and innovation, whilst transitioning our network to hydrogen, to play our part in the journey to net zero.

At National Gas, we are committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve. We celebrate the different experiences our colleagues bring to our organisation, and strongly encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.

Join us, and help be the energy behind the change.

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Further information:

• This role is based from our Head Office in Warwick, Warwickshire, and offers hybrid working
• Advert close: Tuesday 26th November 2024, midnight
• Interviews: from 5th December onwards