AVEVA is creating software trusted by over 90% of leading industrial companies. Job Title : Programme Manager - Financial Reporting and Controls Location: Cambridge |London Employment type: Fixed Term – 18 -24 Months Benefits: Competitive package with an attractive bonus incentive plan, regionally specific benefits ranging from above the norm paid vacation, contributions to retirement investment plans or pensions, insurances and a many other memberships and perks designed to enhance the workplace experience, your health, and wellbeing. Previous Experience: Proven track record in leading complex finance transformation programmes, particularly in financial reporting, systems, and controls. Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale, multi-stakeholder initiatives in a global organisation, ideally with experience in PCAOB or SOX-compliant environments and dual GAAP (IFRS and US GAAP) reporting. The Job As Programme Manager – Financial Reporting and Controls, you will lead the delivery and governance of a high-impact programme to enhance AVEVA’s financial control environment, align with PCAOB requirements, and implement dual GAAP (IFRS and US GAAP) reporting. Reporting to the SVP, Finance Operations, you will coordinate multiple workstreams across the organisation, manage complex stakeholder relationships, and ensure successful integration of new processes and systems. This role is critical to ensuring compliance, efficiency, and continuity during a period of significant transformation. Key Responsibilities Lead the execution and delivery of the financial reporting and controls programme. Develop and manage programme-level governance, planning, and reporting frameworks with support from a dedicated Scheduler. Coordinate cross-functional delivery teams, including third-party providers and internal stakeholders across the organisation. Track programme progress, manage risks and issues, and implement corrective actions. Facilitate key programme activities such as kick-offs, decision-making forums, and stakeholder communications. Ensure alignment and integration across multiple workstreams and related initiatives. Provide leadership and guidance to project teams, supporting decision-making and issue resolution. Communicate regularly with senior stakeholders, including updates on status, risks, and changes. Oversee programme budgeting, cost control, and third-party supplier management. Support resource planning and coordination with other strategic programmes across AVEVA. Required Skills & Experience Extensive experience in programme or project management, particularly in finance transformation. Strong understanding of financial reporting, internal controls, and regulatory compliance (PCAOB/SOX). Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder programmes in a global, matrixed organisation. Proven ability to lead without formal authority and influence senior stakeholders. Hands-on approach with the ability to manage both strategic direction and operational detail. Strong budgeting, cost management, and supplier coordination skills. Familiarity with dual GAAP reporting (IFRS and US GAAP) is highly desirable. Professional finance qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CPA) preferred. Attributes Self-starter with high levels of motivation, resilience, and accountability. Strong communicator with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely. Collaborative leader who builds trust and drives alignment across diverse teams. Comfortable operating in fast-paced, evolving environments with multiple priorities. Committed to delivering results and driving continuous improvement. Finance at AVEVA Our team of almost 500 Finance professionals are central to AVEVA’s £1bn business. We cover everything from procurement and FP&A to sales forecasting and internal risk management, and we’re playing a leading role in our company’s transition to a subscription-based business model. AVEVA is laying the groundwork for serious, sustainable growth, meaning there’s a lot for the team to do-and a lot of interesting opportunities. We’ve got a skilled and well-staffed team, strong leadership with a clear vision, and a big role to play in the business’s transformation: it’s a great time to be joining us! About AVEVA AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises. Nine out of ten industrial leaders count on AVEVA software to help them deliver the essentials of life, such as energy, water, food and medicine - safely, efficiently and sustainably. In fact, our impact on the sustainability of the industrial sector has led to us being named one of the world’s most innovative companies, and our own sustainability commitments lead the global software industry. At AVEVA, you’ll be part of a team that has not only won hundreds of patents for cutting-edge technology, but also awards for our diversity, equity and inclusion programs. You’ll even get three days to help save the world, every year, in the form of paid volunteer time to work on causes that matter to you. LI-DY1 UK Benefits include: Flexible benefits fund, emergency leave days, adoption leave, 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), pension, life cover, private medical insurance, parental leave, education assistance program. It’s possible we’re hiring for this position in multiple countries, in which case the above benefits apply to the primary location. Specific benefits vary by country, but our packages are similarly comprehensive. Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/benefits/ Hybrid working By default, employees are expected to be in their local AVEVA office three days a week, but some positions are fully office-based. Roles supporting particular customers or markets are sometimes remote. Hiring process Interested? Great! Get started by submitting your cover letter and CV through our application portal. AVEVA is committed to recruiting and retaining people with disabilities. Please let us know in advance if you need reasonable support during your application process. Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/hiring-process About AVEVA AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software with more than 6,500 employees in over 40 countries. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life – such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals, and minerals – safely, efficiently, and more sustainably. We are committed to embedding sustainability and inclusion into our operations, our culture, and our core business strategy. Learn more about how we are progressing against our ambitious 2030 targets: sustainability-report.aveva.com/ Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/ AVEVA requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a drug screening and comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws, include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check. Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third-party personal data may involve additional background check criteria. AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business. AVEVA provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify your recruiter. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.