finance manager Maidenhead, England
Job description
Dynatrace exists to make the world’s software work perfectly. Our unified software intelligence platform combines broad and deep observability and continuous runtime application security with the most advanced AIOps to provide answers and intelligent automation from data at an enormous scale. This enables innovators to modernize and automate cloud operations, deliver software faster and more securely, and ensure flawless digital experiences. That is why the world’s largest organizations trust Dynatrace® to accelerate digital transformation.
Dynatrace is seeking a proven and dynamic leader to serve as a Global Transformation Project Manager to support its finance and accounting operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting and launching multiple global finance and accounting initiatives including implementation of our global payroll process and related provider consolidation. Enhancements to procure to pay systems, processes and other automation initiatives to enable our operations to scale with our fast-growing business.
Candidates should be comfortable with working at both a strategic and a tactical level. In addition, we are looking for qualified individuals who are excited about identifying opportunities for improved processes and systems and developing and leading programs to enhance operations and functionality on a continuous basis.
- Overseeing and managing all accounting projects and initiatives within the organization.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including legal, operations, finance, business systems, technology stakeholders, and senior management to develop a defined vision, roadmap, timelines, deliverables, and budget
- Assisting with M&A initiatives by proactively contributing to and leading the accounting team on due diligence and subsequent integration activities to ensure smooth transitions and realization of synergies
- Identifying and assessing risk associated with accounting projects and M&A activity and develop mitigation strategies to minimize those risks
- Engaging stakeholders to understand existing systems, processes and contributors and develop best-in-class and most efficient business processes
- Conducting research and staying up to date on accounting standards and local regulations to ensure compliance and demonstrate a culture of continuous improvement
- Keeping management stakeholders informed and engaging as required for key decisions that need to be ratified
- Providing guidance and support to the accounting team in areas such as M&A, financial reporting, audit preparation, and tax compliance
- Vast experience in Finance & Accounting projects on a global scale
- Extensive technical expertise in accounting guidance and transactions
- Experience working on accounting teams in managerial, controllership or other roles with oversight of accounting functions including general ledger, payroll, collections, payables, etc.
- Experience designing and operating effective internal controls
- Previous achievement of digital transformation initiatives
- Experience working with global operations teams across multiple geographies
- Strong process and project management skills/ability to manage change
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with other business, product and technology teams and ability to lead through influence
- Demonstrated hands-on experience in accounting and financial teams
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills required; must be comfortable connecting with and communicating with individuals at all levels of an organization and in every region in which we operate
- Ability to work under pressure and multi-task while exhibiting strong interpersonal skills
- Experience using project management and process mapping tools
- Ability to support multiple time zones to work with regional stakeholders
- Travel expected to be approximately 20% but must be available to travel within the US, Europe and Australia
This is a hybrid position, candidates should be commutable to our Maidenhead office.
Additional Information
What's in it for you?
- Company Stock will be offered on appointment as well as access to our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- A one-product software company creating real value for the largest enterprises and millions of end customers globally, striving for a world where software works perfectly.
- Working with the latest technologies and at the forefront of innovation in tech on scale; but also, in other areas like marketing, design, or research.
- Working models that offer you the flexibility you need, ranging from full remote options to hybrid ones combining home and in-office work.
- A team that thinks outside the box, welcomes unconventional ideas, and pushes boundaries.
- An environment that fosters innovation, enables creative collaboration, and allows you to grow.
- A globally unique and tailor-made career development program recognizing your potential, promoting your strengths, and supporting you in achieving your career goals.
- A truly international mindset with Dynatracers from different countries & cultures all over the world, and English as the corporate language that connects us all
- A culture that is being shaped by the diverse personalities, expertise, and backgrounds of our global team.
