Organizational Change Manager – Finance at Genesis10
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077
About the Job
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Organizational Change Management (OCM) Specialist to support a critical Finance transformation initiative. This role will focus on the execution of change management activities within the finance function, working closely with the OCM Finance lead. The position will not involve leading a team but will require strong collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders, especially within the finance department, to drive change adoption and ensure smooth transitions.
Key Responsibilities:
Organizational Change Management (60%):
- Lead the development and socialization of change strategy and plan, collaborating with project leaders, team members, and key stakeholders.
- Plan and execute the change management plan, integrating key deliverables into the project schedule.
- Track and report on the status of change delivery, business readiness, and user adoption.
- Work with IT and business teams to develop detailed stakeholder analyses and engagement strategies.
- Partner with global process teams and subject matter experts to assess and address change impacts.
- Design and facilitate change advocate meetings to cascade communication across impacted teams.
- Provide coaching to leaders on change adoption strategies, communication plans, and prioritizing change impacts.
- Monitor and gather feedback from impacted audiences to assess perceptions and their contribution to success.
- Collaborate with Learning & Development teams to ensure training solutions are aligned with change impacts and monitor the success of training programs.
- Work with the communication team to develop and deliver comprehensive communication strategies and materials.
Organizational Readiness and Collaboration (20%):
- Work alongside Human Resources to address workforce transitions, job role changes, and adjustments to operating models.
- Design and manage change readiness assessments to understand employee preparedness and organizational capabilities.
- Collaborate with learning and development teams to identify interdependencies and coordinate with superusers and SMEs to deliver seamless adoption strategies.
- Partner with communication resources to create business readiness communications.
People Leadership and Other Duties (20%):
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and leaders across the organization.
- Demonstrate visible leadership and contribute to fostering a positive, collaborative work environment.
- Take on additional duties as required to support the success of the initiative.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree (or advanced degree) in organizational behavior, organizational development, communications, business, or a related field.
- 5+ years of relevant experience in organizational development, management consulting, or corporate communications, with a focus on change management and business readiness.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Project Management Certification, Change Management Certification, or Organization Development Certification.
- Experience in strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration.
- Proven experience managing multiple initiatives across various execution phases.
- Expertise in change management for technology transformation projects.
- Experience with SAP S/4HANA and finance technology transformation projects.
- Cross-functional experience within finance, particularly in FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis).
Additional Skills & Experience:
- Strong understanding of finance operations, including GL, cost center allocations, and product hierarchies.
- Experience in finance organizations transitioning to a product-line-based structure.
- Experience working with financial reporting systems and tools.
- Strong facilitation skills, with the ability to guide groups through ambiguity and drive clarity on future state processes.
Key Characteristics:
- Ability to work effectively with a lead strategist and focus on tactical execution of change management activities.
- Proven success in managing change in environments with complex technology and organizational transformations.
- Strong communication skills to translate finance-specific concepts into actionable insights for all levels of stakeholders.
If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!
Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.
Benefits of Working with Genesis10:
• Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
• The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
• Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
• Behavioral Health Platform
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• 401K
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
• Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF)
Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.