Staff Product Manager, Finance Transformation

A leading organisation in Batu Kawan, Penang is seeking a Staff Product Manager, Finance Transformation to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of their finance operations.

This opportunity offers you the chance to drive meaningful change by partnering with global teams, leveraging cutting-edge technologies, and championing process simplification, standardisation, and automation across a diverse range of finance functions. You will be at the forefront of digital transformation initiatives, influencing strategic decisions and ensuring robust governance while introducing innovative solutions that enhance operational effectiveness. The organisation values flexibility, knowledge sharing, and collaborative working environments, providing you with the support needed to thrive and make a lasting impact. If you are passionate about transforming finance processes and enjoy working in an inclusive, supportive setting where your expertise is valued, this role is designed for you.

• You will lead high-impact finance transformation projects that span Procure-to-Pay, Source-to-Pay, Record-to-Report, Order-to-Cash, Treasury, FP&A, Financial Close, Cost Accounting, and Shared Services operations, collaborating with global stakeholders to deliver measurable business outcomes.
• You will have the opportunity to work with advanced SAP platforms (ECC, S/4HANA, Ariba, Analytics Cloud), AI-driven automation tools (Microsoft Copilot, Azure AI Foundry, UiPath), and enterprise applications to design scalable solutions that support governance and compliance requirements.
• The organisation fosters a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, offering flexible working opportunities and access to training programmes that empower you to grow professionally while contributing to transformative change within finance operations.

What you'll do:

As Staff Product Manager, Finance Transformation based in Batu Kawan you will be responsible for orchestrating large-scale transformation initiatives across all facets of finance operations. Your day-to-day activities will involve partnering with cross-functional teams globally to identify areas ripe for process improvement—whether through simplification or automation—and then designing future-state models that enable modern digital capabilities. You will oversee product strategy from concept through deployment ensuring solutions meet rigorous governance standards while supporting compliance needs. Working closely with technical teams you will help architect scalable systems using advanced SAP platforms as well as AI-driven tools. Your role also includes championing innovation by evaluating new technologies for integration into intelligent finance ecosystems. Success in this position requires strong stakeholder management skills as you facilitate workshops plan roadmaps conduct product reviews lead governance forums and drive organisational change through customer-centric practices.

• Partner closely with Finance and Operations Finance teams to identify opportunities for process simplification, standardisation, automation, and optimisation across multiple finance domains.
• Support transformation initiatives spanning Procure-to-Pay, Source-to-Pay, Record-to-Report, Order-to-Cash, Treasury, FP&A, Financial Close, Cost Accounting, and Shared Services operations by driving future-state operating model design.
• Ensure all solutions are aligned with governance frameworks including internal controls, auditability standards, compliance regulations such as SOX requirements.
• Collaborate extensively with Accountancy, Tax, Treasury, Procurement, Internal Audit, Operations Finance, and Shared Services stakeholders on a global scale to ensure alignment and adoption.
• Lead product initiatives across SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA migrations and modernisation efforts involving SAP Ariba, SAP Analytics Cloud, SAP BTP, SAP Business AI and related enterprise applications.
• Work alongside architecture and engineering teams to design integrated solutions that are scalable and maintainable within the broader Finance ecosystem.
• Evaluate build-versus-buy decisions for technology solutions ensuring alignment with long-term enterprise strategy while considering scalability and security.
• Drive adoption of AI agents, intelligent automation tools and agentic technologies across Finance processes by identifying use cases that improve operational effectiveness.
• Champion innovation by evaluating emerging technologies and introducing new capabilities that enhance Finance operations through digital products.
• Influence stakeholders across Finance, IT, Operations Data Enterprise Architecture Engineering Compliance and executive leadership teams through discovery workshops product reviews roadmap planning sessions governance forums and steering committee discussions.

What you bring:

To excel as Staff Product Manager, Finance Transformation you will bring extensive experience managing complex finance transformation projects within large organisations. Your background should include deep exposure to product management principles agile methodologies digital transformation strategies and business systems implementation. You will demonstrate proficiency in overseeing end-to-end product lifecycles—from initial strategy development through roadmap creation backlog prioritisation release planning adoption tracking and value realisation. Your expertise spans multiple finance domains such as Procure-to-Pay Source-to-Pay Record-to-Report Order-to-Cash Treasury FP&A Financial Close Cost Accounting Shared Services enabling you to understand nuanced operational challenges. You possess strong interpersonal skills allowing you to build trust collaborate effectively communicate clearly facilitate workshops manage stakeholders influence decision-making processes drive alignment across global teams. Your ability to adapt navigate ambiguity embrace new technologies foster innovation ensures you contribute positively towards organisational goals while nurturing a supportive team environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance Accounting Information Systems Business Engineering Computer Science or a related discipline is required for this role.
• At least 8 years of experience in Product Management Finance Transformation Business Systems Digital Transformation Program Management or related fields is essential.
• A minimum of 5 years supporting Finance processes enterprise applications or business transformation initiatives demonstrates your depth of expertise.
• Proven experience owning product strategy roadmaps backlogs prioritisation release planning adoption and value realisation ensures you can deliver impactful results.
• Comprehensive understanding of Finance operations including P2P S2P R2R O2C Treasury FP&A Financial Close Cost Accounting Shared Services is vital for success.
• Experience leading cross-functional transformation initiatives from concept through deployment and stabilisation highlights your collaborative approach.
• Strong familiarity with Agile product delivery methodologies backlog management sprint planning release management supports effective project execution.
• Excellent communication facilitation stakeholder management interpersonal skills are necessary for engaging diverse teams globally.
• Ability to thrive in highly collaborative environments where ambiguity is common shows your adaptability resilience and commitment to shared goals.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where collaboration knowledge sharing and professional growth are actively encouraged. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities that accommodate personal needs while supporting productivity. The company invests heavily in training programmes empowering staff to stay ahead of industry trends develop new skills advance their careers within a supportive network. With access to state-of-the-art technology platforms—including advanced SAP systems AI-driven automation tools enterprise applications—you are equipped to deliver transformative change without compromising on governance or compliance standards. The leadership team prioritises open communication transparency mutual respect creating an environment where every voice is heard contributions are valued teamwork drives success. By joining this organisation you become part of a community dedicated not only to operational excellence but also continuous improvement personal development collective achievement making it an ideal place for those who seek both challenge and fulfilment in their professional journey.

What's next:

If you are ready to transform finance operations on a global scale while enjoying flexible working opportunities apply now to join this collaborative team!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided or drop me an email at suann.tanoon@robertwalters.com

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

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