Manager, EMEA Finance Operations & Systems

Role Overview

The Manager, EMEA Finance Operations & Systems serves as the regional techno-functional lead for the Finance Process & Operations (FPO) team in the EMEA region. Based in London, this role operates within a coordinated reporting structure, reporting directly to US FPO leadership while maintaining a collaborative reporting relationship with London finance leadership to align regional operations with global standards.

What You Will Do

The Manager will evaluate processes, deliver solutions, and modernize finance operations across the region, owning how EMEA operations map to the firm’s global platforms. They will act as the AI and technology champion for the region, identifying high-impact opportunities to apply emerging technology and building solutions directly.

Why It Might Be a Fit

A defining feature of the role is accounting for EMEA-specific requirements, including VAT, multi-currency, cross-border, and local statutory and regulatory reporting nuances, when scoping and validating solutions. The Manager will serve as the primary liaison and trusted partner between EMEA end-users and US FPO/GTS, bridging time zones and translating regional needs into firmwide solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; concentration in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Information Systems, or a related field preferred
• 5–7 years in finance operations, business systems, or a techno-functional and process improvement role, with regional/EMEA exposure
• Hands-on experience building with low-code/no-code platforms such as Power Platform or Appian – required, not just familiarity
• Working coding ability such as Python, SQL, or VBA for automation, integration, and data work
• Demonstrated experience applying AI tools to real business problems
• Knowledge of EMEA finance specifics – VAT, multi-currency, cross-border, and local statutory and regulatory reporting
• Ability to work independently and lead initiatives with minimal oversight across a transatlantic reporting line
• Experience supporting development teams in an agile environment, writing requirements, functional specs, or process documentation
• Background in private equity or alternative investment operations preferred