Consulting - Technology - EPM Planning and Budget Senior Manager

Job Description

Who we are looking forThe PwC EPM Technology Consulting practice is looking to recruit exceptional individuals with a proven track record in planning and budgeting technology and/or process (5 years relevant experience). As a Senior Manager within ourEPM Technology Competency youll work with the latest technologies and big-name companies on projects that are driving the future of those organisations. You could be brainstorming with the client at the outset of a project, so that you learn how their businessworks before devising the right strategy. Equally you could be involved in agile delivery - designing, testing or launching the technology that will make the difference.Youll be a part of PwCs Technology Consulting practice which has a breadth of capabilityacross all of the Emerging Technologies, with our one Firm approach youll be joining forces with likeminded individuals to develop truly unique and differentiated solutions for our clients.Being mobile is essential as youll work on client projects that couldbe anywhere in the country - or even the world. The same goes for your skill set - intellectually curious, dynamic and the ability to challenge the traditional approaches to deliver real transformation. Ultimately, an open mind to take advantage of all ofthe opportunities on offer is essential. About the roleAs part of PwCs Technology Consulting practice, we have the privilege of acting as trusted advisors to a diverse and expansive client base, spanning multiple geographies and industries. This means thatwe have a real opportunity to enhance and refine our clients businesses through the use of ever evolving technology. Of course, this will only be possible if we have the right people, with the right skills and the ability to push the boundaries of how newtechnologies can support future business models. Thats where you come in. As a Senior Manager, you will blend a natural interest in technology and finance to develop creative ideas into solutions. Your primary focus will be on planning and budgeting technology,therefore a proven understanding of the FP&A process is crucial. Our industry leading methodologies play a major part in finance transformation programmes for our clients, and were always looking to stay one step ahead. This means youll be working alongsideother experts in emerging technologies (e.g. Machine Learning, Robotic Process Automation, ChatBots) to deliver innovative solutions to solve important business problems for our clients.In particular, you will be expected to be responsible for:Delivery: DeliveringIntegrated Business Planning aspects of a Finance Transformation project/programme as a key PwC member of mixed PwC/ client teams. This includes delivery of the latest FP&A Technology solutions such as Oracle PBCS/EPBCS, OneStream, Anaplan or Tagetik Leadingthe delivery of projects or workstreams within larger programmes Embedding sustainable change across all levels of the finance function Accountability for the sustainability of project benefits; Identifying further service opportunities, while client sideBusinessDevelopment: Contributing to our continued Finance Transformation thought leadership, working closely with colleagues in Strategy, Finance and Technology Consulting Mentoring and coaching other team members Developing new ideas, new ways of working with anunlimited creativity license Building and maintaining deep and long lasting relationships with all levels of stakeholdersRequirementsEssential skills: One of the following (or both):- proven, demonstrable planning and budgeting system implementation experience,preferably at large, complex multinationals, and are considered an expert and leader in your field; a track record in implementing finance process change enabled by technology, either as a consultant or within a finance functionPlus: a strong understandingof how digital technology is changing finance over the short, medium and long term refined leadership qualities with a focus on team enhancement and growth exceptional communication skills (both written and verbal) with a focus on the ability to influenceand drive change through complex organisations a creative and inquisitive mind-set that challenges the status quo education to Degree level as minimumDesirable skills:preference will be given to candidates that have a thorough understanding of accountingand finance, especially those who hold a Professional Accounting designation (ACA/CIMA/ACCA or equivalent) experience of working with EPM Cloud products such as EPBCS, PBCS, OneStream, Anaplan or Tagetik experience of working with other emerging technologies(e.g. Machine Learning, Robotic Process Automation, Blockchain, AI etc.)ConsultingIn Consulting we deliver practical, far-sighted advice that gets straight to the heart of clients business issues and delivers amazing results by helping our clients improvethe way they operate, reduce costs, manage risks, leverage talent or fundamentally change the way they do business, the work you do will be all about helping organisations of all shapes and sizes work smarter and grow faster. You could find yourself workingwith household names in a diverse range of industries - everyone from big-name broadcasters and high-street banks to multinational telecoms operators and energy companies.The skills we look for in future employeesAll our people need to demonstrate the skillsand behaviours that support us in delivering our business strategy. This is important to the work we do for our business, and our clients. These skills and behaviours make up our global leadership framework, The PwC Professional and are made up of five coreattributes; whole leadership, technical capabilities, business acumen, global acumen and relationships.Learn more here: uk/careers/experienced/applyThe DealWe want all of our people to feel empowered to be the best that they can be, which is why we have TheDeal.Find out more about our firmwide Employee Value Proposition: https://careers/about-us/the-new-deal.htmlDiversityValuing Difference. Driving Inclusion.We work in a changing world which offers great opportunities for people with diverse backgrounds andexperiences. We seek to attract and employ the best people from the widest talent pool because creating value through diversity is what makes us strong as a business, enabling us to solve important problems and deliver value to our clients. We encourage aninclusive culture where people can be themselves, are valued for their strengths and are empowered to be the best they can be. As an organisation with an increasingly agile workforce, we also support different ways of working offering flexible working arrangements.Learn more here about our work to support an inclusive culture.uk/diversity