Barden is delighted to be partnering exclusively with our Client to support the appointment of an experienced Continuous Improvement Lead for their Shared Services Function.

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic individual for the role of ‘Continuous Improvement Lead – Finance Shared Services’. This is a pivotal position within our finance shared services function, tasked with driving transformation and operational excellence.

• Build and execute the Finance Shared Services Centre Continuous Improvement Program (process design, development and implementation) in alignment with the organization’s needs and goals. This person will likely have the opportunity to be involved in wide business optimization programs driving optimization and transformation agenda’s across the business.
• Lead and inspire cross-functional teams to embrace change and drive continuous improvement through process reengineering, digitalization and automation.
• Lead process improvement initiatives using adequate project methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma.
• Have experience rolling out optimization solutions including RPA, AI, and data analytics and understanding their application in Finance.
• Proven experience working with and managing external stakeholders as part of the program of work, including consultants and vendors.
• Prepare and facilitate project methodology training programs and workshops.
• Effectively communicate the vision and benefits of transformation initiatives to stakeholders at all levels, promoting a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Co-ordinate and project manage the Finance Shared Service Centers Projects.
• Collaborate with and build relationships with internal stakeholders, including Finance, IT, Operations to gather requirements, align goals and secure buy-in for transformation initiatives.
• Develop and manage performance reporting for the function (Metrics, KPIs, SLAs).

• You will possess a robust comprehension of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques, with the capacity to customize approaches to suit project needs.
• BA in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field.
• A qualification in project and program management is required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong communication ability with proven record of partnering with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven track record of successfully leading large-scale financial transformation projects and driving process automation initiatives.
• Strong understanding of emerging technologies such as RPA, AI, data analytics and their application in a finance.
• Demonstrated experience in change management and the ability to influence others through organisational changes.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience in Project Management roles preferably within Finance and Shared Services.
• An ability and confidence to challenge the status quo and promote change.