EMESA Platinion Finance Director

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Who We Are

As a seamlessly integrated part of the BCG network, we provide consulting services focused on the development and implementation of business-critical IT architecture and digital solutions. We create technology platforms and deliver exceptionally customized solutions of the future for our clients, from data strategies to next-generation customer journey solutions and transformational business models. We solve the most daunting challenges that companies face today and envision for tomorrow. Our style is entrepreneurial – nimble and innovative, with multifaceted, cross-functional teams and completely vendor-independent. Our unique selling proposition is technology expertise and delivery excellence.

Platinion was founded in 2000. Since then, we have grown continuously and successfully. Today we have offices in Europe, North and South America, Asia Pacific and Africa.

What You'll Do

As the EMESA Platinion Finance Director, you will have leadership responsibility for the Finance Function leading a team of finance professionals across the region. You will report directly to the EMESA Platinion Finance Senior Director and work closely with EMESA Platinion System Leaders, the Global TDA and the broader BCG Finance organization, the EMESA Platinion Business Development Director and the EMESA People & Business Operations Senior Director. The role is acting as a thought partner to the EMESA TDA Platinion Finance and Business leaders and driving regional initiatives and transformation efforts. This role is an integral part of the EMESA Platinion Finance Leadership Team.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Thought Partner

• Serve as a trusted sparring partner to the EMESA Platinion leadership team, providing actionable financial insights and supporting business-critical decisions.
• Shape and implement the EMESA Finance strategy in line with growth, profitability, and transformation targets.
• Drive the development and refinement of a scalable Target Operating Model.
• Proactively assess implications of backlog, pipeline, and conversion metrics to improve forward-looking business performance.
• Partner with Managing Directors (MDs), the EMESA Platinion BD Director on commercial constructs and business cases.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Own and steer regional financial planning processes including annual planning, rolling forecasts, and long-term financial modeling.
• Provide a timely and objective view of performance and financial insights to support business decisions.
• Translate commercial and operational performance indicators into financial impact and insights.
• Lead pricing and rate management activities, in coordination with the global pricing desk and local leadership.
• Drive capacity planning and pyramid shaping initiatives to align with strategic headcount and profitability goals.
• Manage the budgeting process for local Platinion systems, regional functions and Business Services Teams e.g., Affiliation, Recruiting, Marketing, etc.
• Drive the ILCS and cost sharing programs in close collaboration with EMESA Platinion leadership and Global Finance team.

Commercial & Business Support

• Support project economics, pricing approaches, and investment decisions in collaboration with the EMESA Platinion Business Development Director.
• Team closely with MDs and System leaders to assess and challenge business cases and client engagement profitability.
• Manage MD NCC collection and validation process and collaborate with Global MD HR team to prepare MDDC meetings from the finance perspective.
• Develop and evolve reporting and dashboards tailored to EMESA leadership needs.
• Promote adoption of financial tools and reporting platforms across key stakeholders.

Team Leadership & Transformation projects

• Lead, coach, and grow the regional finance team; ensure capabilities align with future needs and transformation goals.
• Foster a culture of high performance, development, and engagement within a matrixed and international setting.
• Steer and support global finance transformation initiatives (e.g., SAP S/4HANA implementation, process automation).
• Champion cross-functional collaboration with Centers of Excellence and Shared Services.

What You'll Bring

• Hypothesis-driven and strategic thinking Shaping strategic finance-related objectives into well-defined programs and policies and ensuring delivery.
• Problem solving and demonstrating high level of initiative.
• Being a credible thought partner and communicating effectively with senior BCG/Platinion stakeholders while understanding the business.
• Demonstrating leadership and team management skills, along with proven success in managing change in a global, complex matrix organization.
• Building relationships across all levels of the organization and navigating effectively across functions with credibility and maturity.
• Being a self-starter and enjoying working independently and in teams, you display consideration and respect for others and put the team’s success ahead of your personal opinions.
• Ensure effective communication of finance-related insights and initiatives across functions and seniority levels..
• Lead projects with an eye to the detail, while never losing sight of the big picture.
• Represent EMESA Platinion in global finance initiatives and ensure the region’s needs are reflected.

Who You'll Work With

As part of this role, you will work closely with EMESA TDA/Platinion leadership team, EMESA BCG Finance leadership Team, Global TDA and BCG local Finance teams, FP&A the EMESA Platinion People & Business Ops. and Global MD HR team. You will report to EMESA TDA Platinion Senior Finance Director.

Additional info

• University degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or related field; MBA or professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is a plus.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in finance roles, ideally within professional services, consulting or matrixed international environments.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end finance processes (Record-to-Report, Order-to-Cash, Source-to-Pay) as well as related processes (e.g. statutory accounting and taxation).
• Demonstrated experience in leading teams, driving business partnerships, and navigating complex stakeholder environments.
• Proven ability to manage strategic projects and transformation initiatives (e.g., ERP implementations, shared services setup).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear recommendations.
• High degree of adaptability and comfort operating in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Strong communication and influencing skills across all organizational levels, including executive presence.

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