Interim Finance Manager - Finance Shared Services

Michael Page (UK); England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Finance Process Improvement Specialist for an interim contract position based in Wiltshire. The role involves identifying pain points within finance processes, leading change initiatives, and collaborating with the finance team to enhance performance. Candidates should be fully qualified accountants with extensive experience in process management, a proven track record in driving improvements, and excellent analytical skills. Competitive daily rates of £500-600 are offered, with hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in process management and process improvement.
• Strong understanding of finance processes including AP, AR & GL.
• Proven track record in achieving measurable results.

Responsibilities

• Identify pain points in finance processes and drive improvements.
• Lead change initiatives related to process improvements.
• Collaborate with teams to measure process performance.

Skills

Process Management

Process Improvement

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Fully qualified Accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA)

Job description

• This is an interim contract position (inside IR35)
• Based in Wiltshire with hybrid working

About Our Client

My client are a major business in the Wiltshire area and they are leaders in their filed of expertise.

Job Description

The key responsibilities within this role:

• Identify pain points in the finance processes across O2C- Accounts Receivable & Collections, P2P - Accounts Payable & Expenses & R2R - Central reporting and recharges and work in collaboration with the Finance BPS team to identify and drive process improvements
• Run focused clinics to improve processes and perform root case analysis to diagnose process failures in collaboration with existing teams
• Review current key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics and establish any additional requirements to measure process performance and effectiveness
• Work with the Group Products Manager and Oracle support provider to drive system related issues resolution
• Lead change initiatives related to process improvements
• Be the project-lead for the Finance Shared Service SOX processes
• Build strong relationships with senior management and colleagues to achieve the goals you set shared services functions
• Ad-hoc projects as required

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate:

• A fully qualified Accountant - ACCA, ACA or CIMA
• Extensive experience in process management and process improvement
• Subject Matter Expert - AP, AR & GL (Good understanding of Finance processes)
• US GAAP knowledge
• SOX Experience
• Proven track record of driving process improvement initiatives and achieving measurable results
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify process gaps and recommend effective solutions
• Hands on approach
• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment
• Adaptable and strong communicator
• Think outside the box
• Ability to understand processes, identify failings and create quick and effective solutions
• Ability to engage others and forge alliances with stakeholders
• A strong performance mindset and ability to get the job done

What\u2019s on Offer

There is an excellent rate on offer of between £500-600 per day (depending on experience). This will be hybrid working in Swindon so candidates will need to live within a commutable distance of this.