Head of Finance Applications

Believe is one of the world’s leading digital music companies. Believe’s mission is to develop local artists and labels in the digital ecosystem by providing them the solutions they need to grow their audience at each stage of their career and development.  

Its 2,020 employees in more than 50 countries aim to support local artists and labels with a unique digital expertise, respect, fairness, and transparency.  

To support our fast-growing presence on all continents, we are constantly looking for new Believers to join us and make a stronger and more positive impact on the music industry! 

Believe is listed on compartment A of the regulated market of Euronext Paris (Ticker: BLV, ISIN: FR0014003FE9). 

www.believe.com 

Ready to #setthetone with Believe? 

Position Overview:

• As part of the Group Finance Transformation department, the Head of Applications – Finance plays a pivotal role in ensuring the stability, performance, and evolution of Finance applications across the Group.
• This role supports operational efficiency and strategic transformation of Finance by leveraging technology on a scale.
• The incumbent will lead a central team in charge of the administration, support, and continuous improvement of the Finance applications landscape.
• This includes core and extended tools such as EPM, Expense Management, P2P solutions, and other key systems.
• The incumbent will act as a bridge between Finance, IT, and business functions, and serve as a key point of contact for strategic projects involving Finance applications and data.

In this role, the incumbent will:

• Ensure robust governance and oversight of Finance applications, defining standards and best practices for system administration and usage across entities.
• Drive the harmonization of application management practices with the ambition to reach best-in-class performance in support, user experience, and operational reliability including JIRA tool.
• Lead initiatives in continuous improvement, acting in project mode to evolve tools and processes in line with Finance’s transformation roadmap.
• Be the primary liaison for Finance application-related projects, including system upgrades, rollouts, integrations, and enhancements.
• Act as a key stakeholder on data-related topics, ensuring data consistency, availability, and alignment with reporting and analytics needs.
• You will report to the Central Finance Director of Projects & Applications, and will work closely with senior Finance stakeholders, Group IT, and external partners to shape and execute the vision for Finance technology across the organization.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Applications Management & Operations

• Lead the central administration team for Finance applications (core and non-core systems).
• Oversee daily operations to ensure system availability, performance, and service continuity.
• Coordinate with IT and external providers for maintenance, upgrades, and incident resolution.

2. Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Alignment

• Serve as the primary interface between Finance and other departments on application-related topics.
• Ensure system functionalities align with Finance process needs and business requirements.
• Promote data consistency, integration, and system harmonization across entities.

3. Performance & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor user satisfaction and gather feedback to drive enhancements.
• Lead system optimization and automation initiatives are in line with the broader transformation roadmap.
• Identify and address operational pain points through technology-driven solutions.

4. Testing Strategy & Execution

• Design, lead, and supervise testing campaigns (unit testing, integration testing, UAT) during system updates, system improvement or new deployments.
• Ensure test plans are properly documented, executed, and traceable.
• Coordinate with users, IT, and support teams to validate functionality and performance.
• Ensure testing activities are aligned with risk management and quality assurance standards.

5. KPI Tracking & Reporting

• Define, implement, and maintain performance dashboards and KPIs.
• Track quality of service, incident resolution times, system reliability, and project delivery status.
• Provide regular updates to leadership and support decision-making with data insights.

Must have:

• Experience: 8–13 years in Finance systems (Basware, Board, Kyriba, HFM is a plus) management, ERP administration, or Finance/IT transformation.
  • Familiarity with Finance processes such as accounting, controlling, and reporting.
• Technical Acumen: Solid understanding of Finance systems architecture, data flows, and user needs.
  • Strong analytical skills and comfort with reporting tools and performance monitoring dashboards.
• Service Orientation: Strong focus on operational excellence and user satisfaction.
• Mindset: Structured, responsive, and able to balance reliability with transformation initiatives.
• Leadership: Proven ability to manage cross-functional and international teams in a complex, matrixed environment.

• Communication: Excellent communication and coordination skills across technical and non-technical teams.
  • Fluency in English

Apply: Interested applicants can email their resumes at [email protected] or reach out to us at +91 9987373636.

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science, or a Master’s in Finance (or equivalent qualifications)

Benefits @Believe: 

#Flexibility – Just punch in leaves, not intime and out time 

#Office perks – a game of foosball, table tennis to bat the afternoon lacklustre, free event pass for exclusive and limited shows, music subscription, etc 

#Wellbeing – Caring by EUTELMED, professionals are at your disposal for advice and support, in your own language and culture 

#Transperancy – engaged in secondary activity just disclose it to us 

#Sustainability – You can be a part of CSR program, represent yourself as a #shaper and contribute to a better future. 

Disclaimer:

Believe strongly promotes equal treatment regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, physical abilities, religious beliefs, political beliefs, or other ideologies.