Umair Ali
Head of Finance Systems @Lowell
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WORK HISTORY
Head of Finance Systems @Lowell
Leeds, GB
Enterprise Applications Leader for all finance and auxiliary systems, overseeing Oracle ERP, EPM, SAP, Blackline, Frontier, Trintech, Coupa Procurement and TMS, along with regional applications across Nordics and DACH- Leadership: Led and developed a high-performing finance systems team, fostering collaboration, continuous improvement, and system capability across the finance function- Change Agenda, System Strategy and Implementation: Defined and delivered the finance systems roadmap, aligning with business goals while leading system design, deployment, and change readiness. Steerco representation for finance systems stakeholders, including the CFO, Head of Risk, and Head of Internal Audit- System Optimisation and Management: Continuously enhanced system functionality, controls, and scalability through strategic prioritisation, compliance oversight, and stakeholder collaboration. Developed and deployed a finance system governance model to ensure effective change management, risk control, and alignment with business needs- Data Management and Reporting: Ensured data integrity and reporting accuracy across finance systems while driving automation and insight-led reporting frameworks; developed the data strategy for master and transactional data to ensure consistent reporting across all applications- Vendor and Stakeholder Management: Managed external vendor relationships and partnered with senior leaders to align system capabilities with evolving business needs; scrutinised vendor delivery through governance controls, established onboarding safeguards, and led the selection of technology and systems integrators for legacy system replacements and new capability deployments
EDUCATION
ACCA
ACCA, Accounting, Business and Finanacial Management
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Certified Member, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management
Project Management Institute
PMP, Project Management
Alliance Manchester Business School
Master of Business Administration - MBA
ACCA
Certified Accounting Technician (CAT)
Oxford Brookes University
Bsc(Hons) Applied Accounting., Accounting and Business/Management
ABOUT UMAIR ALI
Enterprise Applications Leader delivering business transformation and measurable results through enterprise systems, applications, and data strategy.With over 17 years of global experience, I lead technology-driven programs focused on back-office transformation (finance, operations/supply chain, HR) and customer experience improvements across front and middle-office functions. I optimise business processes through automation, integration, and workflow redesign to drive efficiency and measurable outcomes.I provide end-to-end leadership across the technology lifecycle, from concept and technology selection to design, delivery, and service management. My responsibilities include business case development, roadmap creation, target architecture, and team and program management.I developed data strategies for business finance and operations, including analytics, warehousing, and enterprise reporting frameworks.I oversee IT lifecycles and deliver scalable, future-ready architectures across infrastructure, applications, data, and integration.As Head of Finance Systems at Lowell (UK), I lead enterprise applications for finance and support systems across the UK headquarters and eight countries in the Nordics and DACH regions. Previously, I held senior roles at PwC UK as Associate Director, Technology Delivery & Transformation, and at Oracle Corp UK as Enterprise Architect.I work at the intersection of technology, data, business, and organisational change to ensure enterprise capabilities align with strategies that deliver sustainable commercial results through technology initiatives.I hold an MBA from Alliance Manchester Business School (University of Manchester), PMP certification, and accounting qualifications, providing a strong foundation in strategy, delivery, and process improvement.I have managed global projects and led cross-functional teams, including architects, SMEs, business analysts, PMOs, and specialists in integration, data, infrastructure, and migration, both co-located and experience includes:• Engineering Procurement & Construction (EPC), Real Estate• Financial Services• Manufacturing & Distribution• Retail & Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG)• Public Sector17 years of international experience working in the UK, Europe, the Middle East, South & South East Asia.Outside of work, I am passionate about fitness, body transformation, and metabolic Views expressed are my own and do not represent my employer or endorse any product or vendor.
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