Head of AH Finance Transformation and Systems: Planning & Reporting (f/m) (H/F)
Job Description:
Take off with Airbus Helicopters!
Airbus Helicopters is looking for a Head of Finance Transformation and Systems - Planning & Reporting (m/f) to join the Finance Transformation and Systems Department based in Marignane, France.
Join us to shape the future of aeronautics and help protect lives during missions accomplished thanks to our helicopters.
The Marignane site, the 3rd largest industrial site in France, near Marseille and Aix-en-Provence, is undergoing a deep transformation to offer a high-tech, inclusive, and environmentally friendly working environment.
You will live a unique professional experience, at the heart of the manufacturing of our helicopters.
To learn more about our site and our activities: Airbus Helicopters - Marignane.
Your future missions:
The Head of Finance Transformation and Systems - Planning & Reporting for the Helicopter division will lead the definition and execution of finance transformation initiatives for the Controlling organisation, focusing on standardizing, optimizing, and digitizing financial reporting and planning processes.
By collaborating with global stakeholders, this leader anticipates functional evolution needs and develops capabilities to enhance financial performance, drive data-driven decision-making, and strengthen business partnering.
Additionally, the role drives organisational change by guiding team restructuring and employee upskilling to ensure seamless adoption of new digital solutions.
Your accountabilities:
- Lead and develop a high-performing team of finance process and system experts based in Marignane and Donauworth, overseeing support for ongoing reporting and planning operations.
- Define and implement the team's charter, governance, and collaborative frameworks, ensuring seamless integration with the broader Finance transformation organization and internal stakeholders.
- Attract, retain, and develop top talent to foster a skilled, agile, and future-ready finance workforce.
- Partner with the Controlling leadership team to anticipate functional evolution and design a forward-looking transformation roadmap, maximizing synergies across the Airbus Group.
- Formulate and execute a comprehensive Finance Data & Analytics strategy, including data accessibility for non-finance organizations.
- Establish robust processes for the identification, prioritization, and evaluation of strategic initiatives, ensuring measurable business value.
- Spearhead critical projects (e.g., New ERP reporting workstreams) and continuous improvement efforts in close cooperation with internal customers.
- Drive the adoption of digital innovations within the Controlling perimeter, leveraging advanced technologies such as RPA and AI.
- Optimize run-mode and business support processes to drive efficiency and minimize recurring operational costs.
- Champion change management for finance transformation and upskilling initiatives, ensuring the sustainable adoption of new digital processes and tools.