Associate Director, Finance Transformation
At MUFG Investor Services, we foster a culture where Brilliantly Different talent thrives. As a global leader in administration, asset services, banking, and fund financing, we partner with over 480 investment firms.
Job Description:
Supporting Continuous Improvement
In this role, you will support our Corporate Controller and Finance Operations teams to optimize processes, enhance technology, and align with business objectives. You will interpret requirements, document workflows, create process maps, and implement enhancements that meet organizational needs.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the Continuous Improvement Governance Framework from request intake to final reporting.
* Maintain and enhance financial systems, leveraging low code/no code automation.
* Support the Finance Transformation Roadmap, including ERP implementation and Change Management efforts.
* Business Partnering: Work closely with stakeholders to gather, interpret, and document business and technical requirements.
* Create detailed process maps, workflows, and documentation to guide system use and future improvements.
* Identify opportunities to optimize system functionality and drive efficiency.
* Cross-functional Collaboration: Ensure seamless integration of financial processes.
* User Support: Provide training and address questions and resolve system-related issues.
* Reporting and Presentations: Communicate findings, recommendations, and system changes.
* Compliance: Ensure company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements are met.
Qualifications
Required:
* Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Computer Science, or related field.
* Minimum 4 years of experience working with financial systems/processes in a business analyst or similar role.
* Effective facilitation skills and ability to drive desired outcomes.
* Leadership skills with ability to drive continuous improvement culture and coach on key concepts.
* Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data and requirements.
* Demonstrated experience in creating process maps, workflows, and system documentation.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate across teams.
* Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
* Attention to detail and task prioritization.
* Experience with ERP system selection, implementation, or upgrade projects.
Preferred:
* Familiarity with financial processes such as general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, planning & budgeting, and financial reporting.
* Professional accounting designation (CPA) or equivalent is an asset.
* Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent is an asset.
* Experience working in financial services.
* BI tool proficiency (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
* Chart of Accounts design and finance master data management experience.
Key Skills and Attributes
* Proactive problem-solver with solutions-oriented mindset.
* Customer-focused with stakeholder expectation management.
* Team player with independent work capability.
* Organized with timely feedback gathering and documentation updating.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing