Lead - Internal Partnership and Cost Management

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About the Organization

At Oxford University Press, we know that the work we do today will shape human knowledge and learning tomorrow. And through our centuries-old history, this role has never been as complex as it is today. We all have access to more information than ever. What do we do with it? The needs of learners evolve daily. How do we adapt? These are the questions we spend our time on at Oxford University Press.

Job Description

This is a high-impact opportunity to join OUP as a Lead, Internal Partnership and Cost Management. This role is ideal for finance professionals seeking to drive strategic transformation and operational excellence. You'll be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, efficiency, and collaboration. With a focus on finance transformation, cost optimization, and business partnering, this role offers a chance to influence key decisions and contribute to long-term growth. You'll also be involved in exciting projects like SAP S4HANA rollouts and supply chain initiatives, making it a forward-looking and rewarding position.

Job Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Drive month-end closing, analyze trends (revenue, margins, overheads), and monitor cost price movements.
• Partner with product and vertical heads to ensure efficient investment utilization, ROI tracking, and margin monitoring.
• Lead overhead planning for annual budgets and 5-year plans.
• Deliver finance transformation projects using technology to maximize impact.
• Ensure effective financial controls: GRIR review, vendor reconciliations, payments, POs, royalty accruals, tax computations, and employee reimbursements.
• Lead process improvements and automation in finance operations (Accounts Payable, Royalties, SAP workflows).
• Analyze cost structures and support commercial decision-making (pricing, margins, product mix).
• Deliver monthly balance sheet reconciliations and maintain control over the general ledger.
• Coordinate with procurement on cash flow planning and timely settlements.
• Play an active role in project rollouts (e.g., Supply Chain, SAP S4HANA).
• Partner with business units to evaluate performance of new initiatives.

Your contributions will directly support financial integrity, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making across the organization.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• CA/CWA with 12+ years of experience.
• Proven experience in balance sheet reconciliations, accounts payable, budgeting, forecasting, and business decision support.
• Experience in a similar role within a large organization.
• Demonstrated success in finance operations transformation projects.
• Familiarity with ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of internal/external business environments and dynamics.
• Leadership experience with the ability to drive continuous improvement.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, especially with non-finance stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Excel (intermediate), Word, and Outlook.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach.

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