Finance Transformation Manager

Severn Trent

Finance Transformation Manager leading finance transformation initiatives at Severn Trent Water. Collaborating with financial teams to drive change using innovative technologies and promoting efficiency.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeCoventry • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £NaN per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in finance transformation and change management, with a strong focus on implementing digital solutions and driving user adoption. Capable of building relationships and translating business needs into effective strategies while maintaining governance standards.

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Finance TransformationChange ManagementDigital Product OwnershipStakeholder ManagementProcess Improvement

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Hard Skills

Finance TransformationChange ManagementProgramme DeliveryDigital Product OwnershipProcess ImprovementSAP S/4HANAAI-Driven SolutionsData AnalysisGovernance StandardsBusiness Case Development

Soft Skills

Stakeholder ManagementInfluencing SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaborative LeadershipRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft 365Power PlatformPower BISharePointMicrosoft Copilot

Industry Keywords

Finance Transformation InitiativesBusiness Transformation ProgrammesDigital Business CaseUser AdoptionEmerging AI Capabilities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead finance transformation initiatives from concept through to successful implementation and embedding into business-as-usual activities.
Identify opportunities to simplify processes, improve efficiency and reduce manual effort through digital and AI-driven solutions.
Champion innovative technologies, including Microsoft Copilot, self-service tools and emerging AI capabilities.
Support finance teams through major business transformation programmes, including SAP S/4HANA and CEM.
Drive the strategic development of our Digital Business Case platform and oversee its successful transition into BAU.
Develop finance capability through engaging workshops, training programmes and learning initiatives.
Build strong relationships across the business, bringing people together to achieve shared transformation goals.
Translate business needs into practical solutions by acting as a bridge between technical teams and end users.
Use insight, data and strong communication skills to influence decisions and drive positive outcomes.
Maintain strong governance standards and ensure transformation projects stay focused on delivering value.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience in finance transformation, change management and programme delivery.
A proven track record of implementing change and driving user adoption in complex environments.
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to engage people at all levels.
Experience of digital product ownership, process improvement and transformation delivery.
Knowledge of Microsoft 365 technologies, including Power Platform, Power BI and SharePoint.
The ability to turn complex business challenges into practical, deliverable solutions.
Strong communication skills and confidence presenting to senior leaders and wider teams.
A collaborative leadership style that inspires others and encourages innovation.

Benefits

Comp & perks

31 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
Annual bonus scheme (of up to 20% per annum based on company performance)
Car allowance – per annum up to £5,208
Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
Family friendly policies
Two volunteer days per year