We are seeking a strategic business analyst to drive integration strategies and ensure smooth alignment between entities during mergers and acquisitions. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing integration projects that deliver value to the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
* Partner with senior leadership to design and implement integration strategies, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across departments.
* Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and deliverables to meet business objectives.
* Collaborate with HR, IT, Finance, and Operations teams to align resources and activities, driving operational efficiency and effectiveness.
* Gain a strong understanding of the organization's business and functional areas, identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation.
* Engage employees through regular updates, maintaining transparency and open communication throughout the integration process.
* Address cultural and organizational differences, developing strategies to support smooth collaboration and minimize disruption.
* Lead the identification and mitigation of potential risks, ensuring the integrity of the integration process.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate key systems, including financial reporting systems for group analysis and reporting, and PBI reporting tools.
* Use project management tools and metrics to monitor progress, adjust plans, and ensure timely delivery of integration milestones.
* Prepare and present integration status reports to senior leadership, providing insights into progress, challenges, and opportunities for growth.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Accounting, or a related field.
* Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) preferred.
* Minimum 5 years' experience in M&A integration or a related field, with a proven track record of managing complex integration projects.
* Strong project management and change management skills, with a comprehensive understanding of finance practices and processes.