Senior Manager Finance

Experian is the leading global information services company. We help businesses provide great customer experiences by managing and analyzing data that will help them solve problems, drive better decisions and outcomes, and prevent fraud. We help millions of people better manage and improve their financial lives – gain access to credit, save money, and protect their identity.

We are looking for a hands-on Finance Manager to be a key member of the Regional Productivity Team. The successful candidate will capitalize on the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, data-driven environment where financial insights make an impact on business outcomes.

About us, but we’ll be brief

Experian is unlocking the power of data to create more opportunities for consumers, businesses, and society. We are thrilled to share that FORTUNE has named Experian one of the 100 Best Companies to work for. In addition, for the last five years we’ve been named in the 100 “World’s Most Innovative Companies” by Forbes Magazine.

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you will be a critical partner and advisor to the North America Chief Technology Officers and their respective teams to improve financial management of global technology cost.  You will provide insights to predict financial implications of technology strategies, support management decisioning, and identify opportunities to drive efficiencies. Specifically, you will:

• Partner with North America Business Units and Global Technology teams on identifying and executing productivity initiatives
• Develop new tools, dashboards, and processes to drive scalable analysis and insight
• Develop and manage a standardized technology cost analysis process for the region
• Collaborate with the global team on implementing multi-level driver-based reporting, including integration of usage and cost details
• Perform monthly variance analysis, including collaborating with regional and global teams on data quality reviews and corrections
• Lead efforts to improve alignment of technology cost allocation with business consumption, including performing deep data dives with business teams
• Identify and drive automation opportunities via business intelligence or smart automation tools
• Determine performance metrics to monitor technology spend and support decisioning on future spend
• Successfully work on multiple projects, understand the details while at the same time be able to advise strategically on big picture challenges
• Build relationships and collaborate across multiple teams to achieve impactful results

What your background looks like

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or a related field, MBA or CPA preferred
• Lean Six Sigma certified or proven track record in leading productivity and transformation projects
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in finance, management consulting, or similar relevant experience
• People leadership experience and ability to communicate effectively with executives
• Role model a growth mindset and promote continuous improvement and process efficiency
• Self-driven with an analytical mind and bias for action
• Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex issues in a simple manner
• Ability to balance between detail orientation and the high-level summaries while maintaining accuracy in a less than perfect environment to achieve goals
• Experience in developing predictive analyses and using large data sets
• Highly motivated, self-starter who manages projects end-to-end and has a demonstrated track record of getting results, organizing, and prioritizing deadlines
• Proficiency with business intelligence, financial reporting, and smart automation tools
• Understanding of general technology terminology and services

Perks

• During the pandemic, all Experian employees have been working remotely. Experian has developed a new framework for the future of work that will allow employees to work successfully in hybrid, office, or work from home environments.
• Three weeks of vacation to start, five sick days and two volunteer days (plus eleven paid holidays)
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package, with a competitive bonus
•  Flexible work schedule

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Our goal is to create a thriving, inclusive and diverse team where people love their work and love working together. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion is essential to our purpose of creating a better tomorrow. We value the uniqueness of every individual and want you to bring your whole, authentic self to work. For us, this is The Power of YOU and it ensures that we live what we believe.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Our goal is to create a thriving, inclusive and diverse team where people love their work and love working together. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion is essential to our purpose of creating a better tomorrow. We value the uniqueness of every individual and want you to bring your whole, authentic self to work. For us, this is The Power of YOU and it ensures that we live what we believe.