Finance SOP Lead

Overview

Large multination pharmaceutical giant require a Finance SOP Lead. We are seeking an experienced Finance SOP Lead within the SAP Programme. This individual will play a critical role in leading the design and delivery of finance-specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that align with the global Axial template and meet regulatory, quality, and operational standards.

The Finance SOP Lead will work closely with global process owners, finance subject matter experts, and the wider SAP SOP and change teams to develop and deliver global finance SOPs that will be implemented across all markets. This includes responsibility for both global SOP templates and localisation for pioneer and future deployment markets.

The description above outlines responsibilities related to leading the design and delivery of finance SOPs aligned to the Axial global template, working with global process owners, and localising SOPs for various markets within the SAP programme.

• Proven experience leading finance process documentation or SOP delivery in a global transformation programme.
• Strong knowledge of finance processes (e.g., Record to Report, Order to Cash, Procure to Pay, etc.) and process-led standardisation.
• Familiarity with regulatory and audit requirements in a global finance context, including SOX.
• Excellent stakeholder management, project coordination, and communication skills.
• Strong capability in document management and SOP governance frameworks.
• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams and finance stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in English (authoring and editing SOPs).
• Strong Excel skills.
• Experience working within an S/4
  
  HANA or other ERP implementation programme.
• Knowledge of document management tools (e.g., Veeva, SharePoint) and process mapping software (e.g., BIC, Signavio).
• Relevant certifications in Lean, Six Sigma, or Quality Management.

This contract offers £600 per day for an initial 12 months (outside of IR35). Hybrid working between home and office in Luton.