Master Data Finance Lead

GAF Job OpportunityAt GAF, we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or track, under this roof you are empowered to be there for your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we don't back down from hard work we support one another in pursuit of something bigger. We define the future while leading the present. And under this roof, we own our opportunities. Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.Team or Function Overview:The Director of Master Data's team is tasked with optimizing business processes to drive growth, enhance customer satisfaction and achieve long term success at GAF through the implementation of SAP S4/HANA. By standardizing, evolving, innovating and anchoring the processes we will help achieve the company goals and deliver value for our customers.Summary:Reporting to the Director of Master Data, the Master Data Finance Lead will drive the design, standard operating procedures and process implementation of all Master Data collection, enrichment, and approvals relating to the Finance business processes in SAP S4/HANA and SAP Group Reporting.Essential Duties:Develop best practices and standards for SAP and Group Reporting, while ensuring documentation of the processes is fully captured for sustainability; well beyond the lifespan of the project.Build strong, collaborative partnerships with GAF functional experts as well as impacted Sister Companies of Standard Industries impacted by Group ReportingWrite, maintain and publish Finance Master Data documentation, including training material as requiredEnsure business needs are addressed through proactive priority management with business leadersProvide updates and training, where appropriate, to MDM/Finance stakeholders where new processes are introduced or existing ones changedDevelop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, focusing on business leaders and project team membersFacilitate meetings with business stakeholders to define strategic Master Data process objectives and key success factorsSupport the implementation of Master Data Governance and StrategyBe a champion for the use of standard MDM procedures and robust MDM governance disciplines. Advocate and facilitate wherever possible that all partiesIdentify opportunities to improve data quality metrics, agree with MDM team and implement in partnership with the businessBe problem solving oriented to continuously drive value across the organizationRequirements:Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Data Management or related field requiredMinimum 5 years related experience required.SAP S4/Hana experience requiredSAP Group Reporting experience at a global level requiredPreferred Skills:Excellent project management and follow up skillsExcellent change management and new process roll-out skillsAbility to create engagement and drive top performanceAbility to influence cross-functional teamsExceptional communication and stakeholder management skills across all levels.