Financial Systems Director

Job Description Financial Systems Director Job Purpose The Financial Systems Director will lead the strategic direction, governance, implementation, and continuous improvement of enterprise finance systems across UCC Holding (UCCH) and affiliated entities, including Power International Holding (PIH) businesses. The role is responsible for establishing a scalable financial systems architecture that supports contracting, construction, supply & trading operations, group consolidation, management reporting, project accounting, and bookkeeping requirements across multiple entities. The position will serve as the key liaison between Finance, IT, and Business Units to ensure that ERP platforms, reporting tools, data governance frameworks, and finance technologies effectively support business growth, operational efficiency, and financial control. Key Responsibilities ERP Strategy & Governance Define and execute the Group Finance Systems roadmap aligned with UCCH and PIH strategic objectives. Establish governance, policies, and controls for financial systems and data management. Drive the standardization of finance processes across all business segments and subsidiaries. Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend system enhancements to support business growth. ERP Implementation & Transformation Lead end-to-end ERP implementation, upgrade, and transformation initiatives. Manage ERP rollouts across multiple business entities, divisions, and geographic locations. Ensure successful deployment of finance modules including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Project Accounting, Procurement, and Budgeting. Oversee user acceptance testing (UAT), system validation, and change management activities. Finance Systems Management Own and manage SAP ERP and related financial applications. Ensure system stability, performance, security, and scalability. Develop and maintain finance systems architecture supporting consolidation and financial reporting requirements. Collaborate with IT teams to optimize system performance and functionality. Project Accounting & Business Support Ensure ERP systems effectively support EPC and construction project accounting requirements. Configure and enhance systems for project costing, WBS structures, contract revenue recognition, and project reporting. Support supply chain, trading, procurement, and inventory finance functions through integrated system solutions. Facilitate automation of financial and operational reporting processes. Data Governance & Internal Controls Lead initiatives to improve financial data quality, integrity, and governance. Establish master data management frameworks across group entities. Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and financial governance standards. Develop automated controls and validation mechanisms to minimize financial reporting risks. Reporting & Analytics Drive implementation and enhancement of management reporting and business intelligence solutions. Support finance leadership with real-time dashboards, KPI reporting, and financial analytics. Ensure seamless integration between ERP platforms and BI tools such as Power BI and SAP Analytics Cloud. Stakeholder Management Act as the primary liaison between Finance, IT, external consultants, and business leaders. Lead cross-functional workshops to gather requirements and define system enhancements. Present ERP strategy, transformation initiatives, and performance metrics to executive leadership. Manage relationships with ERP vendors, implementation partners, and system integrators. Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline. SAP ERP Certification is mandatory. Master's Degree (MBA, MIS, Finance, or Technology Management) is highly preferred. Professional Certifications (Preferred) SAP S/4HANA Certification. Project Management Professional (PMP). Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA). SAP Finance (FI/CO) Functional Certification. Experience 10-12+ years of progressive experience managing Financial Systems, ERP Platforms, or Finance Technology functions. Proven track record leading large-scale ERP implementations and transformation projects. Experience supporting diversified holding companies or multi-business group structures. Strong experience managing finance systems within large construction, EPC, infrastructure, or industrial organizations. Demonstrated success delivering ERP rollouts across multiple legal entities and business divisions. Experience managing external system integrators, consultants, and technology vendors. Industry Knowledge Strong understanding of ERP requirements within EPC, construction, infrastructure, and project-based businesses. Deep knowledge of project accounting, project costing, procurement, inventory management, and contract revenue recognition. Understanding of bookkeeping and accounting structures within diversified holding companies managing multiple subsidiaries. Knowledge of group consolidation, financial reporting, and management accounting requirements. Familiarity with supply chain, procurement, and trading business processes is highly desirable. Key Skills & Competencies Technical Skills SAP ERP and SAP S/4HANA Expertise. Financial Systems Architecture. ERP Implementation & Transformation. Project Accounting Systems. Finance Process Automation. Data Governance & Master Data Management. Business Intelligence & Reporting Tools (Power BI, SAP Analytics Cloud, Tableau). Financial Controls & Compliance. System Integration & Data Migration. Change Management and User Adoption. Leadership Skills Strategic Planning and Technology Roadmap Development. Large-Scale Program Management. Vendor and Stakeholder Management. Cross-Functional Leadership. Executive Presentation and Communication. Team Development and Coaching. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Successful delivery of ERP implementation and upgrade projects. System availability and performance metrics. Reduction in manual finance processes through automation. Data quality and integrity improvements. User adoption and stakeholder satisfaction levels. Timely completion of finance system enhancements. Audit and compliance effectiveness. Accuracy and efficiency of financial reporting across all entities. Ideal Candidate Profile ✅ SAP ERP Certified Professional ✅ 10-12+ years leading Finance Systems and ERP functions ✅ Experience with SAP S/4HANA transformation projects ✅ Strong EPC / Construction industry exposure ✅ Experience in multi-entity holding group environments ✅ Expertise in project accounting and financial controls ✅ Proven track record delivering enterprise-wide ERP implementations ✅ Strong stakeholder management across Finance, IT, and Business Operations Show more Show less