VP – Financial Systems & ERP Transformation

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end transformation of financial systems, including the selection, implementation, and optimization of an enterprise-wide ERP system.
• Define and execute the roadmap for ERP modernization, aligning with business and financial objectives.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (Finance, IT, Operations, and Business Units) to ensure seamless integration of financial systems with broader enterprise applications.
• Oversee data governance, system security, and compliance requirements to ensure accuracy and integrity.
• Identify opportunities for automation, process improvement, and system efficiencies.
• Evaluate and implement next-generation ERP platforms, financial reporting tools, and emerging technologies to enhance financial planning and business process optimization.
• Drive enhancements and operational efficiencies across key financial and ERP-related systems, including those supporting general ledger, accounts payable, procurement, supply chain, fixed assets, revenue tracking, and financial reporting.
• Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on financial system capabilities and technology trends.
• Lead and mentor a team of finance systems professionals, project managers, and IT specialists.
• Engage with key business stakeholders to understand needs, prioritize projects, and drive adoption of new technologies.
• Collaborate with external vendors and consultants to ensure the successful execution of transformation initiatives.
• Drive business process reengineering to optimize financial workflows, reporting, and compliance.
• Implement change management strategies to drive user adoption and minimize disruptions.
• Establish KPIs and performance metrics to track the success of ERP transformation efforts.
• Analyze workforce productivity and implement solutions to enhance efficiency.
• Ensure financial systems and ERP solutions comply with regulatory standards and internal controls (e.g., SOX, GAAP, IFRS, SEC requirements).
• Continuously monitor risks and develop mitigation strategies related to system implementations and upgrades.

Qualification & Requirements

• MBA or relevant advanced degree
• Minimum of fifteen years of experience in financial systems, ERP transformation, and technology modernization within large-scale enterprises.
• Experience in telecommunications and/or technology industry
• Proven track record in leading financial system modernization efforts in a telecommunications or technology environment.
• Deep expertise in ERP platforms such as Oracle and SAP, along with workforce reporting tools like Clarity.
• Strong vendor management experience, including contract negotiation and governance of third-party providers.
• Experience with regulatory compliance, internal audit processes and risk management
• Ability to drive strategic change and transformation in a highly complex, fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement, communication, and storytelling skills.
• Experience in budget planning, forecasting, and financial system optimization.
• Visionary mindset with the ability to align technology investments with long-term business goals.
• Strong understanding of cloud-based financial platforms and emerging technologies.

Benefits

Optimum employee benefits typically include a mix of insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other perks designed to attract and retain talent while also providing employees with financial security and well-being. Key components of a strong benefits package include health insurance, retirement plans like 401(k)s or pension plans, and paid time off.