S/4 HANA Cash & Banking Lead

Job Description

We are one purpose-led global organisation. The enablers and innovators, ensuring that we can fulfil our mission to push the boundaries of science and discover and develop life-changing medicines. We take pride in working close to the cause, opening the locks to save lives, ultimately making a massive difference to the outside world.

AstraZeneca (AZ) is in a period of strong growth and our employees have a united purpose to make a difference to patients around the world who need both our medicines and the ongoing developments from our science. In this journey AZ must continue to work across borders and with partners and new colleagues in a fast and seamless way. The ambition, size and complexity of the organisation, coupled with the opportunities afforded by new technology, has led the Board to approve a large scale transformation of the IT landscape by the replacement of current ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems with one global solution.

Our current technology is used by more than 20,000 employees daily, is foundational to all AZ entities and is central to most core business processes. This programme provides the opportunity for real transformation and to shape the way of working globally for many years to come.

This programme requires the best. Whether it be the technical skills, business understanding or change leadership, we want to ensure we have the strongest team deployed throughout. The programme seeks to deliver a world class change programme that leaves all employees with a fuller understanding of their role in the end-to-end nature of our global company. This programme will provide AZ with a competitive edge, to the benefits of its employees and patients.

We are looking for S/4 HANA Cash & Banking Lead to support the our Treasury team as well as develop their knowledge of the AstraZeneca Treasury and Cash & Banking Functions.

What you'll do:

• Acts as part of a skilled team with knowledge in one or more areas of Cash & Banking and Process Improvement as well as a good overview of Finance particularly Record to Report.
• Assists with maintaining documentation for the S/4HANA processes with regards to Treasury and Cash & Banking through BIC processes (process mapping) and other project methodology as required
• Supports the writing and review of Standard Operating Procedures
• Supports and in some cases leads Global Template 2 and Cycle 4 “Fit to Standard” Workshops including:
• Working with the Cycle 4 lead to align on agenda and content for each workshop
• Providing overviews of the Axial processes defined during the Global Design phase
• Assisting with assessment of local regulatory and business critical requirements
• Performing Fit / Gap analysis against the Axial “Golden template”
• Collating User Stories for required localisations expected in scope
• Assisting with collation of change impacts
• Leads some workshops attended by AstraZeneca finance teams
• Assists the Interim State team in understanding interim process requirements through the Axial deployment timeline
• Supports project managers with status updates and performance metrics
• Processes in scope include (but not limited to):
• Bank Account Management, Payment processes, Bank Statement processing & reconciliation
• Local Cash Management, Cash forecasting, In-house banking, FX Risk Management
• Supports the IT build as required

Essentials of the role:

• Extensive project management experience.
• Strong influencing and communication skills, written and verbal
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline (or equivalent)
• At least 6 years of Treasury experience within MNC setting.
• Experience within pharmaceutical industry would be an added advantage.

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what’s next?

Are you already imaging yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you!

Where can I find out more?

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.