Finance Transformation Senior Consultant / Manager

About us:

KPMG is a global network of professional firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. With a history extending back more than 150 years, KPMG firms have brought their best professionals to clients, helping them to transform and succeed. Connecting the right people at the right moments is what we do.

Our experts from the Digital CFO group help companies across various industries transform and enhance the efficiency of their finance functions in the following key areas:

• Finance Function operating model transformation

• Establishment from scratch and development of existing processes in terms of:

- Budgeting, planning and forecasting

- Management reporting

- Investment planning and control

- Treasury management

• Development of methodological and regulatory documents (policies, regulations, methodologies, instructions etc.)

• Support of the business-side during the automation processes (business requirements collections, functional requirements development etc.)

• Leading project tasks, which may include:

- Conducting diagnostic assessments of current financial function business processes (budgeting, planning and forecasting; management reporting; investment planning and control; treasury management)

- Based on the understanding of “AS IS” processes, proposing optimization and reengineering initiatives; defining “TO BE” processes, including the development of a detailed roadmap

- Developing methodological and regulatory documents for the financial function

- Preparing documentation required for successful automation of financial function business processes (business requirements, functional requirements, etc.)

- Designing Excel-based tools for use by financial function specialists (financial models, budgeting models, consolidation models, portfolio optimizers, liquidity planners, etc.)

• Leading business development activities, which may include:

- Conducting research, surveys, and industry studies

- Preparing materials for proposals, contracts, and related client documents

- Organizing business-led events (business breakfasts, presentations, workshops, etc.)

• Leading tasks related to internal risk procedures.

• Project management within allocated limits: Collaborate with team members to manage tasks, track progress, and ensure timely delivery of project milestones.

• At least a Bachelor’s degree in preferred fields such as Economics, Finance, Accounting, or Math (other degrees acceptable with a minor in these areas).

• Expertise and proven track record in budgeting, planning and forecasting; management reporting; investment planning and control; treasury management (experience in leadership roles is an advantage).

• Deep understanding of accounting and financial reporting (IFRS).

• Solid knowledge of financial modeling.

• Strong proficiency in MS Excel and MS PowerPoint.

• English proficiency at B2 level or higher for working with project documentation (knowledge of Azerbaijani / Turkish / Russian is an advantage).

• Professional certifications such as ACCA, DipIFR, CIMA, ACT, CTP, CFA, FMVA, or CFMP are an advantage.

• Familiarity with financial modules of ERP / CPM systems (SAP BI, BW, BPC, 1C) is an advantage.

• Strong analytical skills and logical thinking with excellent communication and negotiation skills, and attention to detail.

• Ability to work under tight deadlines and handle multitasking.

• Availability for business trips

What we offer?

• An international corporate culture in which personal growth, mutual trust, and lifelong learning are fostered.

• A team of passionate colleagues to reach higher goals and support each other.

• Continuous development and professional growth with a clear career path, opportunities for professional certifications, and a comprehensive range of soft skills development topics to meet your personal needs and ambitions.

• A variety of social activities like team buildings, get-togethers, and sports initiatives with your colleagues.

• A competitive compensation package with benefits, including extended vacation days, sick leaves without a medical certificate, health and life insurance, and many more.

• An inclusive workspace that encourages diversity and mutual respect for each other’s beliefs and backgrounds.

• A flexible, hybrid working schedule where employees can work at different locations: at home, in the office, or at a client’s site.

Join KPMG and discover a career that will help you thrive, learn, and do work that matters. Apply now!