Job Title
Senior Manager, Finance Transformation (Business Planning Reporting & Analytics) – Business Consulting
Location
Dublin
Opportunity
Our Finance Transformation team delivers globally integrated Finance service offerings to our clients. Our Finance team assists clients in building Finance functions that are business-focused, cost-effective and agile in meeting the needs of all their stakeholders. A growth area for us is Business Planning Reporting & Analytics (BPRA) and how technology enables control, automation, efficiency and value growth—empowering strategic budgeting, planning, and forecasting, integrated business planning, consolidation, performance management and KPIs, data management, business partnering, AI enablement, cost reduction and value growth initiatives.
Your key responsibilities
* Build senior relationships within client organisations, working with them to understand their most critical business problems and priorities.
* Collaborate with EY peers to evaluate, design, and deliver solution options that leverage cutting-edge technologies to support strategic transformation and decision-making.
* Lead and manage high-performing diverse teams, aligned to EY’s values, delivering exceptional client service and preparing our clients for a digitally enabled future.
Skills and attributes for success
We are looking for professionals who are great communicators, team players, and relationship builders, with a real desire to lead transformation. You will have a natural ability to establish personal credibility with senior stakeholders, be highly organised, capable of managing your own workload and that of others, meeting deadlines, proactively managing risks and delivering consistent quality. As a role model and leader, you will live the values of the Firm daily, coaching and supporting the development of others.
Capabilities You’ll Help Deliver
Data2Insight
Supporting better performance management and insight, from transactional ERP systems through to group-level performance oversight.
* Design ERP solutions with insight and value in mind, ensuring data drives better business decisions.
Integrated Business Planning
Simplified and optimised financial planning, integrated across functions and enabled by future-ready tools, for more accurate forecasting and better-informed trade-offs.
* Connect planning across operations, finance, commercial, and HR to enable fully integrated decision-making.
* Improve visibility of key drivers to better understand how operational inputs translate into financial outcomes.
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Transforming FP&A to shift from manual reporting to value-driving insights and business performance partnering.
* Streamline planning and reporting processes through technology and process redesign.
* Design an FP&A operating model that enables greater agility and impact.
Analytics and Performance Management Reporting
Enabling Finance and the wider business to make faster, smarter decisions through forward-looking, actionable insights.
* Enterprise analytics operating model (process, tech, data, people).
* Embed analytics into performance management routines.
AI (Artificial Intelligence) enabled Financial Transformation
Leveraging AI and emerging technologies to drive automation, predictive insights, and transformation across the finance function.
* Share a deep knowledge of AI capabilities and modern solutions.
* Provide insight into the value case and benefits of deploying AI technologies.
You will also:
* Lead design‑led thinking and digital process re‑engineering workshops.
* Use LEAN methodologies and automation technologies to drive outcomes.
* Structure and execute Agile delivery methods.
To qualify for the role, you must have
* 8-10 years relevant experience.
* Experience in business development and solution design for complex, multi‑national businesses.
* Deep expertise in your chosen market or sector.
* Track record delivering large‑scale finance or performance improvement programmes.
* Strong senior client relationships and proven ability to originate and lead major engagements.
Ideally, you’ll also have
* A valid and certified professional accounting qualification.
* Experience in management consulting or delivery of multiple BPRA programmes in industry.
* Strong technical problem‑solving capabilityli>
* Attention to detail and ability to produce high‑quality, visual outputs and insights.
* Excellent facilitation and presentation skills.
* Experience in coaching and developing high‑performing teams.
* Experience in the implementation of relevant technologies such as SAP Analytics Cloud, Oracle, Hyperion, SAP BPC/SAC, S/4HANA, Anaplan, Tagetik, Board, Microsoft Power BI.
What we look for
* Core consulting skills: stakeholder management, analysis, commerciality, facilitation.
* Technical skills: deep functional delivery capability, with hands‑on expertise in your domain.
* Versatility: agility to learn and innovate in a fast‑changing environment.
* Sector knowledge: proven understanding of the market dynamics and opportunities within your industry.
What working at EY offers
We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive benefits package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs: covering holidays, health and well‑being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:
* Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around.
* Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
* The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.
Inclusion & Diversity
We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
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