Head of Finance Shared Services

JR United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the UK is seeking a talented Head of Finance to lead and develop its finance shared services team. This pivotal role involves overseeing team performance, implementing effective financial controls, and driving transformational initiatives while fostering strong relationships across the business.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in managing finance SSC teams.
• Proven track record in delivering transformational changes.
• Strong attention to detail and experience in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the finance team to ensure high standards of service.
• Develop and manage key performance indicators for efficiency.
• Support risk management and compliance across teams.

Skills

Financial Controls

Team Management

Transformational Programmes

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Qualified Accountant

Job description

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This highly reputed organisation with revenues exceeding £5Bn seeks to appoint a talented Head of Finance to report to the board with responsibility for a large team in finance shared services.

With a leading role to evolve the structure and strategy, you will:

• Oversee the entire finance team to ensure the highest standard of service exists.
• Develop the effectiveness of finance through continuous training and development of your people to achieve high levels of performance.
• Develop, manage, and challenge the SSC key performance indicators, and continually review to maximise efficiency of the finance function.
• Lead and support managers of the teams to ensure delivery of all services within agreed budgets and targets.
• Support all managers in the identification, reporting, and management of risk and non-compliance, taking action when required.

This role is suited to an enthusiastic professional team leader committed to developing high levels of performance. Of paramount importance is the ability to build first-class relationships within finance and the wider business.

Skills & Experience:

• Qualified Accountant.
• Broad and sustained finance SSC and team management experience.
• Experience designing, implementing, and operating robust financial controls.
• Strong track record delivering and heading up transformational programmes and projects.
• Proven experience in delivering and evaluating post-transformational change.
• A demonstrable track record of successfully shaping and implementing end-to-end processes and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Proven ability to deliver service in a fast-paced environment.
• Diligent and accurate.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Passion for service, warm, friendly, and genuine with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.