JOB PURPOSE
We are seeking a highly motivated and inquisitive individual to join the Performance Hub Team as a Technology Cost Management SME specializing in Apptio software. This is a unique opportunity to join a team that bridges Finance and Data & Analytics to turn data into information.
In this role, you will play a crucial part in configuring and optimizing the Apptio financial modelling software to meet the dynamic needs of our organization. Your primary focus will be on streamlining processes, ensuring accurate data representation, and providing actionable insights to support strategic decision-making.
RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Model Optimization and Configuration:
- Customize Apptio models to accurately reflect the business processes and cost drivers of the Global organization.
- Continuously refine and optimize Apptio models to improve performance and enhance capabilities.
Stay abreast of Apptio updates and industry best practices to implement new features and functionalities effectively. - Provide efficient technical troubleshooting resolutions.
2. Data Integration and Accuracy:
- Analyse, understand and interpret movement in results to the business.
- Collaborate with IT and finance teams to ensure seamless integration of data into Apptio.
- Perform regular validation checks to guarantee the accuracy and reliability of financial information.
3. Collaboration, Training & Governance:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and ensure alignment with business goals.
- Maintain thorough documentation of Apptio configurations, processes, and workflows.
- Implement and control a governance framework across the models, activities, and processes.
- Support training to maximize the utilization of Apptio and facilitate knowledge transfer within the organization.
ALL ABOUT YOU
Qualifications:
- Advanced excel and/or system configuration expertise.
- In-depth understanding of financial concepts and business processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with diverse teams.
Personal Attributes:
- Proactive and driven individual with a passion for technology.
- Inquisitive mindset, continually seeking ways to enhance and innovate.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic global environment.
- If you are a dedicated and curious professional with a strong background in IT development and/or finance, we invite you to apply and be a key player in shaping the financial future of our global organization.
What We Offer
- Not only do we offer a competitive salary and pension scheme, we also offer an annual bonus, subsidised gym membership, a discounted staff shop and shares. You’ll have the opportunity to work directly with our renowned and exciting brands in a flexible and hybrid working environment.
- Whilst the role is advertised on a full-time basis, we would be happy to discuss possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you. We are a key advocate of wellbeing and offer a variety of support for our people including hubs, programmes and development opportunities. We strive to achieve a family-friendly and inclusive workplace and to, above all, create possibilities for all.
- Diversity at Unilever is about inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities, and growing together for better business performance. We want to push boundaries, and have the flexibility needed to keep adapting in an ever-changing, more dynamic world. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.
- As part of your hiring journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments, to improve your recruitment experience.
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