Head of Finance Applications

Country

Germany

Job Family

Technology

Our Mission

YouGov is a global research data, and analytics group. Our mission is to offer unparalleled insight into what the world really thinks and does. With operations in the US, the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, India and Asia Pacific, we have one of the world's largest research networks.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Head of Finance Applications to lead our Finance Applications team. This role will be pivotal in driving the vision, strategy, and execution of our finance-related software products, with a strong emphasis on SAP ECC 6. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of financial processes, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record in product management.

Key Responsibilities :

• Product Strategy and Vision : Develop and communicate a clear product vision and strategy for finance applications, ensuring alignment with business goals and market needs.
• Stakeholder Management : Collaborate with key stakeholders, including finance, IT, and executive teams, to gather requirements, prioritize features, and ensure successful product delivery.
• Product Roadmap : Create and maintain a detailed product roadmap, outlining key milestones, deliverables, and timelines.
• SAP ECC 6 Expertise : Leverage deep knowledge of SAP ECC 6 to guide product development, integration, and optimization efforts.
• Team Leadership : Lead and mentor a cross-functional delivery team, split between multi-location and 3rd party / FTE resources, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Market Analysis : Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and potential risks.
• User Experience : Ensure the finance applications deliver an exceptional user experience, addressing user needs and pain points effectively.
• Agile Methodology : Implement and advocate for agile methodologies, ensuring iterative development and continuous improvement.
• Performance Metrics : Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success and drive data-informed decision-making.
• Transformation Initiatives : Lead and manage transformation initiatives to modernise and enhance finance applications, ensuring they meet evolving business needs.
• Consulting Background : Utilise consulting experience to provide expert guidance on best practices, process improvements, and strategic decision-making.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with other product teams, IT, and business units to ensure seamless integration and alignment of finance applications with overall business objectives.
• Vendor Management : Manage relationships with third-party vendors, ensuring they meet performance standards and deliver value to the organization.
• Upgrade Management : Oversee the management of system upgrades, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations and optimal performance.
• Interface Management : Responsible for managing all interfaces into and out of the financial landscape, ensuring seamless data flow and integration.

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Company Description and Culture

YouGov is a global online research company, offering insight into what the world thinks.

We speak daily to our panel of over 27 million registered members to understand opinion and behaviors around the world. We have a strong reputation as a source of accurate data and we're trusted by the world's biggest brands to get it right, making us the most quoted market research source in the world.

Why join YouGov?

Join our global team to help us achieve our social mission : to make millions of people's opinions heard for the benefit of our local, national, and international communities.

Understanding diversity of opinion requires diversity of background. Although our global panel of millions of people worldwide powers our research, our biggest asset is our people. If our research is to be truly representative of what the world thinks, we need people from all walks of life to be part of the team to bring their perspective to the work we do.

Life at YouGov

We are driven by a set of shared values. We are fast, fearless, and innovative. We work diligently to get it right. We are guided by accuracy, ethics, and proven methodologies. We respect and trust each other, bringing these values into everything that we do.

We strive to provide YouGovers with best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. We want our employees to have a sense of belonging and uniqueness in a supportive workplace, so they can bring their full selves to work.

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