Head of Shared Services

Sharp & Carter Accounting Clerical SE; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG business in Melbourne is seeking a strategic leader to manage finance team operations, focusing on process optimisation and change management. The role offers a competitive salary package ranging from $200,000 to $250,000, depending on experience. Ideal candidates will possess proven leadership skills and a strong understanding of shared services best practices. This opportunity involves leading both onshore and offshore teams to drive transformation and performance excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a large, complex, and fast-paced organisation.
• Deep understanding of shared services best practices.
• Experience leading geographically dispersed teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a medium to large sized team, both onshore and offshore.
• Drive alignment and process improvement across multiple business units.
• Collaborate closely with finance and business leaders.

Skills

Leadership

Process optimisation

Communication skills

Emotional intelligence

Automation

Job description

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• Opportunity to make a strategic impact in a leading FMCG business
• Lead and develop a large team across both accounts receivables and payables
• Circa $220,000-$230,000 + superannuation

About the Organisation

Our client is an ASX-listed organisation and one of the more recognisable brands in within the FMCG space. United by a shared commitment to transformation, innovation, and operational excellence, they are building a future‑fit business that delivers exceptional value. As the business continues its integration journey, they’re driving change across finance and shared services functions — and seeking a strategic, people‑focused leader to help shape what “best practice” looks like in this new era.

The Opportunity

Reporting into the CFO, the role will consist of:

• Lead and inspire a medium to large sized team, both onshore and offshore.
• Drive alignment and process improvement across multiple business units.
• Oversee AP, AR, and Credit Recovery through established team leaders.
• Champion automation, AI adoption, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage and optimise offshoring partnerships to ensure performance, quality, and cultural alignment.
• Lead change management initiatives in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
• Collaborate closely with finance and business leaders to deliver best‑practice shared services outcomes.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships across all levels of the organisation.

About You

• Proven leadership experience in a large, complex, and fast‑paced organisation — ideally within FMCG or a similar sector.
• Deep understanding of shared services best practices, coupled with the resilience and pragmatism to thrive in an “imperfect but high‑growth” environment.
• Experience leading geographically dispersed and offshored teams.
• Strong focus on process optimisation, automation, and technology‑driven improvement.
• Exceptional communication skills and emotional intelligence with a collaborative, direct leadership style.
• A passion for developing people and creating a high‑performing, customer‑focused team culture.

What's On Offer?

• Be part of a major transformation journey within shared services.
• Drive change with a supportive team environment.
• Make the position your own and apply your expertise.
• Attractive salary on offer between $200k-$250k package (experience dependent).

How To Apply?

For a further or confidential conversation, please feel free to reach out to Durras Seccull at [e-mail]