We are looking for a Finance Transformation Lead on a fixed term contract to improve how our Group Finance function works making core processes more efficient, controlled and ready to scale.
This is a high-impact role for someone who can set a clear direction and deliver practical change.
You will work with senior colleagues across Finance, IT and Operations to understand current processes, design better ways of working, and make improvements stick.
You will also support evolving governance and reporting requirements, including Provision 29 readiness.
Why CMC Markets?
Take ownership of visible, meaningful change across a global finance function.
Work closely with senior leaders globally to shape core finance processes and solutions.
Contribute to enhanced financial governance and Provision 29 readiness.
Join a collaborative organisation that values innovation, accountability and continuous improvement.
Location:
London office, near Liverpool Street. This is an on-site role, five days per week.
What you will do
- Lead finance transformation initiatives from initial assessment and process mapping through to implementation and continuous improvement.
- Bring stakeholders together to identify pain points and design effective future-state processes.
- Review and improve processes across general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, fixed assets, projects and reporting.
- Find opportunities to automate work and strengthen efficiency, controls and reporting quality.
- Partner with IT and external providers on finance solutions, systems upgrades and implementation.
- Support business cases, RFPs and implementation planning for new finance technology.
- Maintain clear process documentation and control frameworks that support governance, audit reform and compliance.
- Keep senior leaders informed on progress, risks and recommendations.
- Build a culture of process ownership and continuous improvement across Finance.
What you will bring
- A recognised accountancy qualification, such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA, or equivalent experience.
- A strong track record in finance transformation, process improvement or change delivery.
- Experience mapping and redesigning finance processes, ideally using Lean or other continuous improvement methods.
- Examples of delivering process or systems changes that improved efficiency, control or reporting.
- Experience working with IT teams on finance technology or workflow automation.
- Strong project management skills and the ability to manage several workstreams at once.
- The confidence to influence senior stakeholders and connect finance, technology and operational needs.
- An analytical, hands-on approach and a focus on practical, scalable solutions.
- Familiarity with Provision 29, audit reform or related reporting requirements is an advantage.
We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where our people feel confident to be themselves, feel valued and are able to do their best work.
We don’t just value differences and unique perspectives, we seek them out and we invite them in, because we know it will lead to better outcomes for everyone.