Project Manager-Finance

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Job DescriptionAs Project Manager, you will manage all new and ongoing

Finance implementation projects across a complex architecture and business landscape. You will be

responsible for the full project lifecycle of various Finance Automation projects and the new ERP

system implementation from initiation & planning to build, test & deployment. Part of the

Technology team, you will be working with international stakeholders across all parts of the

business, from central head office teams to local operating companies as well as 3rd party vendors

and integration partners.

The key objective of the role is to ensure the successful completion of projects and initiatives in the

Finance business area, streamlining the Finance departments' processes whilst introducing

operational efficiencies through standardisation with each solution implemented. The Finance

Project Manager combines strong knowledge of finance and accounting with project management

and plays an active role in supporting the realisation of the technology roadmap, and as a result

enabling the overall business strategy.

Role & ResponsibilitiesCreate value for the business by successfully initiating, executing and completing strategically

relevant initiatives relating to finance automation, cash flow, financial planning & reporting,

revenue, expenses and ERP. I do this by taking responsibility for scope, planning, resourcing, budget,

quality and risk management and applying strong project management standards and best practices.

Define the project scope & objectives clearly, based on business requirements, to ensure the project

will deliver the required business benefits, and capture deliverables by creating & maintaining end-

2-end / integral project plans against which I will track progress.

Have a sound high-level understanding of finance business processes and workflows.

Define & align project resource needs, assigning clear roles & responsibilities and driving cross-team

and 3rd party partnerships.

Perform risk & dependency management and manage project progress by defining mitigating

measures to minimise impact and measure project performance in the relevant Finance product

areas to ensure project benefits are realised.

Create and maintain all required project documentation as per PMO guidelines. Where required I

ensure alignment to, documentation and sign-off of contractual deliverables.

Am the primary point of contact for all matters concerning the project and have the ability to

communicate project status, progress & financials effectively across all layers of the organisation,

managing expectations and stakeholders. I have the ability to communicate clearly and on multiple

organisational levels to ensure alignment to the project plan and scope.

Skills & QualificationsDegree educated (BA or higher), ideally in Financial Management, Economics or similar.Proven experience in management of mid-large scale projects, preferably at international scale and with a strong technology delivery component.Experience as a Financial Analyst or Finance Manager including understanding of the related business processes is a plus.Experience with complex stakeholder management, working with external customers and driving 3rd party partnerships / relationships, preferably in a decentralised organisation, is a plus.Experience in the wholesale/distribution/logistics industry.Knowledge and understanding of project implementation methodologies including Agile, Kanban, Waterfall. Relevant certifications are a plus.Strong change manager able to enthuse project team, customers and business stakeholders alike.Travel throughout EU is expected 25-40% (Covid-19 restrictions permitting).Excellent command of English is a must (both written and spoken). Dutch and/or any additional European language is a plus.