Assistant Director/Director, Finance (18-Months Contract)

Job Summary As part of the Project Management Office (PMO), the Assistant Director/Director, Finance will lead the end-to-end delivery of the Group's SAP S/4HANA and Ariba implementation. This role ensures the project is delivered on time, within scope, within budget, and achieves the intended business transformation outcomes. The Assistant Director/Director, Finance will coordinate internal workstream leads, external SI partners, and cross-functional stakeholders to drive process redesign, standardisation, data readiness, change management, and stakeholder engagement. The role requires strong project management skills, experience in SAP implementations, and ability to collaborate with various stakeholders. Key responsibilities include: • Developing and maintaining the project plan, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation; • Coordinating and managing cross-functional teams, including IT, finance, procurement, and other business units; • Ensuring effective communication and stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle; • Managing risks and issues, and developing mitigation strategies as needed; • Collaborating with external SI partners to ensure successful implementation of SAP S/4HANA and Ariba; • Developing and implementing process improvements and standardisation initiatives; • Providing guidance and support to internal stakeholders on SAP system configuration, data migration, and testing; • Ensuring compliance with Group's policies, procedures, and governance frameworks. The ideal candidate will have: • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; • At least 5 years of experience in finance, accounting, or project management; • Strong understanding of SAP S/4HANA and Ariba implementation best practices; • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills; • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines. Benefits: • Competitive salary and benefits package; • Opportunity to work on a high-profile project with significant business impact; • Collaborative and dynamic work environment; • Professional development opportunities.