Head of Finance Shared Services

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading business with significant revenues is seeking a Head of Finance Shared Services in Ipswich. This role requires an enthusiastic professional committed to team performance, overseeing finance operations, and building strong relationships within the organization. Candidates must be qualified accountants with a proven track record in financial management and transformational change.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with experience in Finance SSC and team management.
• Experience in designing and implementing financial controls.
• Strong record in transformational programmes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the finance team for service quality.
• Develop and manage finance KPIs for efficiency.
• Support risk and non-compliance management.

Skills

Team Management

Financial Controls

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Service Orientation

Education

Qualified Accountant

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Head of Finance Shared Services, Ipswich

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PANDION RESEARCH LLP

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

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 to agreed targets.
• Support all managers in the identification, reporting, and management of risk and non-compliance and 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.
• You must have broad and sustained Finance SSC and team management experience.
• Experience of 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 & implementing end-to-end processes and a culture of continuous improvements.
• Proven track record of delivering 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.