Digital Finance Transformation & Continuous Improvement Lead

Overview:

- As a Digital Finance Transformation and Continuous Improvement Lead, you will play a pivotal role in driving process improvement initiatives that significantly enhance finance operations and boost overall process efficiency.
Leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as Process Mining tools (e. , Celonis), RPA, Analytics, AI and ML, your mission will be to streamline and optimize finance processes, reduce operational costs, and improve key business outcomes, including BOI, SLA, and KPI.

- You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, applying your expertise to ensure the successful implementation of transformation projects and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

- End-to-End O2C Transformation: Lead and oversee end-to-end Order-to-Cash transformation initiatives for Halliburton, ensuring that processes align with industry best practices and the company's strategic objectives.

- Strategic Leadership: Lead the design, development, and execution of comprehensive finance transformation initiatives.

- Ensure these initiatives align with organizational goals, driving enhanced efficiency across O2C operations.

- Process Optimization: Identify and seize opportunities for process improvements across Order-to-Cash (O2C) process.

- Implement targeted solutions to streamline operations, reduce manual workloads, and elevate key performance indicators (KPIs).

- Technology Implementation / Optimisation: Champion the adoption of advanced technologies, including RPA, Analytics, AI, ML, and process mining tools, to automate routine tasks, enhance data accuracy, and improve decision-making capabilities within the finance function.

- Project Management: Oversee the end-to-end execution of transformation projects, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams for seamless implementation and high user adoption rates.

- Data Analysis and Insights: Utilize process mining and advanced data analytics tools to extract valuable insights from finance processes.

- Identify bottlenecks and provide actionable recommendations for continuous improvement.

- Change Management: Lead comprehensive change management efforts to ensure the successful adoption of new processes and technologies.

- Provide training and support to teams to facilitate smooth transitions and sustained improvements.

- Performance Monitoring: Establish and maintain performance metrics and dashboards to monitor the effectiveness of transformation initiatives.

- Regularly update senior leadership on project progress and outcomes, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with IT, Operations, and Business Finance teams to align digital transformation initiatives with broader organizational goals.

- Foster a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization.

- Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure all digital transformation initiatives comply with relevant regulations and internal policies.

- Proactively identify and mitigate risks associated with process changes and technology implementations.

- Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, understanding their business needs, and delivering tailored solutions that drive finance transformation.

Qualifications:.

- Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or relevant certifications (e. , PMP, Lean Six Sigma) preferred.

- 10+ years of experience in finance transformation, process improvement, or a related role along with team management experience.

- Proven track record of leading successful transformation projects and continuous improvement and change management initiatives in finance operations.

- Strong expertise in the O2C domain, with in-depth knowledge of Pricing & Contract Management, Proposals & Quotes Creation, Invoicing & Disputes, Sales Order Management, Collections, Disputes management and Credit Reviews.

- Experience with SAP S/4HANA, RPA, Analytics, AI and process mining tools such as Celonis.

- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills, with a focus on delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.

- Certifications in Six Sigma Black Belt, PMP, RPA technologies, and Analytics are highly desirable.

Halliburton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

- Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

Job Details:

Requisition Number: 192698.

Experience Level: Experienced Hire.

Job Family: Support Services.

Product Service Line: Finance.

Full Time / Part Time: Full Time.