Lenovo

Job Summary

The FP&A Governance Specialist will lead the development, implementation, and optimization of financial governance frameworks within the FP&A function. This role ensures compliance with corporate policies, regulatory standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS), and industry best practices in budgeting, forecasting, and reporting—particularly within the IT/Technology sector. The ideal candidate brings deep FP&A experience, strong financial controls expertise, and the ability to align finance and IT teams through effective policy governance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Policy & Governance

• Develop and maintain FP&A governance policies aligned with corporate and regulatory standards.
• Define and enforce financial controls across planning, budgeting, and reporting processes.
• Conduct regular policy reviews to reflect changes in business strategy or regulations.

2. Compliance & Risk Management

• Monitor adherence to internal policies and external regulations; identify and address compliance gaps.
• Collaborate with Internal Audit, Legal, and SOX teams to ensure governance standards are met.
• Perform risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies for FP&A-related risks.

3. Process Standardization & Controls

• Standardize FP&A workflows (e.g., budget approvals, forecast submissions) for consistency and audit readiness.
• Implement automated controls and approval workflows in financial systems (e.g., ERP, EPM).
• Lead governance reviews with IT, Accounting, and Business Finance teams.

4. Financial Reporting & Transparency

• Ensure accuracy and consistency in financial reporting to executives, auditors, and regulators.
• Maintain centralized documentation of FP&A policies and controls.
• Develop governance dashboards and KPIs to track compliance and adoption.

5. Stakeholder Training & Support

• Train FP&A, IT Finance, and business partners on governance policies and compliance requirements.
• Serve as the primary contact for governance-related queries from leadership and auditors.

Qualifications & Skills

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business. MBA, CPA, or CMA preferred.

Experience:

• 10+ years in FP&A, Financial Governance, Controllership, or Audit.
• Strong background in the IT/Tech industry is highly desirable.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing financial policies and compliance frameworks.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial systems (e.g., SAP, Workday, Anaplan, D365).
• Familiarity with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau), ERP/EPM platforms, and SOX compliance.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Why Join Us?

• Shape financial governance in a leading IT organization.
• Work at the intersection of finance, compliance, and technology.
• Drive process improvements and automation in a dynamic, high-growth environment.