Head of Finance System Automation

About the role

The Head of Finance System Automation leads the digitization, technology transformation and process automation agenda for GoGlobal's finance function. The role reports to the Head of Finance and builds and executes the Finance Systems roadmap, driving ERP implementation, reporting infrastructure and workflow automation. It works closely with IT on system rules and logic, supports UAT and ongoing development, and coordinates with the Financial Controller and FP&A.

Key responsibilities

• Automate manual finance processes, including data aggregation, intercompany reconciliation, journal entry workflows, consolidation reporting and report generation.
• Build and maintain financial dashboards, analytics infrastructure and data pipelines for real-time management reporting.
• Develop and execute the Group Finance Systems roadmap, managing project timelines and deliverables.
• Partner with IT, the Financial Controller and FP&A to turn finance requirements into scalable system solutions, and manage third-party vendors and implementation partners.
• Set system governance, data quality standards and user access controls across finance platforms.
• Support onboarding of new entities, setting up standard configurations, chart of accounts and reporting structures.

Required profile

• Minimum 8 years of experience in finance systems, ERP implementation or finance technology roles within an MNC or high-growth company.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems or a related field.
• Proven track record of ERP implementation or finance system optimization with measurable efficiency outcomes.
• Strong project management skills leading cross-functional technology projects across multiple stakeholders and geographies.

Required skills

• Hands-on implementation experience with cloud ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle or Workday.
• Experience with BI tools (Power BI) for financial reporting and analytics.
• Strong understanding of AP, AR, General Ledger, consolidation, financial close and planning.