Interim Shared Services Center Transition Manager
We are looking for an experienced Interim Shared Services Center Transition Manager to oversee and facilitate the transition of accounting and finance operations to a Shared Services Center. This long-term contract position is based in Costa Mesa, California, and requires a mix of onsite and remote work, ensuring seamless coordination during the transition process. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in business transformation, project management, and shared services implementation.
Responsibilities :
- Serve as the primary liaison between the current team, incoming finance personnel, and the Shared Services Center.
- Develop and manage detailed transition plans, including timelines, milestones, and accountability structures.
- Ensure the effective transfer of knowledge and processes between the existing and new teams.
- Oversee the standardization of accounting and finance processes to align with shared services goals.
- Monitor and enhance internal controls and performance management frameworks during the transition.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to address challenges and ensure smooth integration into the Shared Services Center.
- Provide hands-on leadership in business process outsourcing and transformation initiatives.
- Utilize expertise in Oracle R12 or equivalent systems to support process improvements.
- Facilitate communication between departments to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
- Report progress and outcomes directly to the Interim Finance Transformation Lead.
Requirements :
Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management within business transformation contexts.Proven expertise in managing shared services centers or transitions to shared services.Strong understanding of end-to-end finance processes, internal controls, and performance management.Hands-on experience in business process outsourcing and standardization.Familiarity with Oracle R12 or equivalent systems.Experience in process mapping and knowledge transfer methodologies.Excellent communication and leadership skills to coordinate across multiple teams.