Shared Services Finance Director

Michael Page; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced Shared Services Finance Director to oversee financial operations, improve processes, and ensure compliance within a well-established retail organization. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in finance operations and proven leadership skills. This role offers a competitive salary between £110,000 - £120,000, opportunities for growth, and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional growth

Comprehensive holiday entitlement

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in finance operations.
• Proven record of managing cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of P2P, O2C, and R2R processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Deliver reliable financial reporting.
• Collaborate with teams to meet strategic objectives.
• Monitor KPIs and SLAs for continuous improvement.

Skills

Finance operations expertise

Stakeholder management

Process improvement

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Professional qualifications such as CPA, CMA, or ACCA

Job description

The Shared Services Finance Director based in Milton Keynes will lead and oversee all financial operations within the shared services function, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and strategic alignment. This role is brand new and part of a project, where a SSC will be opened, heading up a team.

Client Details

This is a permanent opportunity for a Shared Services Finance Director within a well-established large retail organisation.

Description

• Continuously improve end-to-end finance processes, with a strong focus on Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and Order-to-Cash (O2C), ensuring operational efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Deliver timely and reliable financial reporting to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
• Maintain high standards of service delivery to internal and external stakeholders, proactively resolving issues and fostering strong relationships.
• Collaborate with global and regional teams across finance, operations, and leadership to ensure alignment with broader business objectives.
• Monitor and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) and service level agreements (SLAs) to drive accountability and continuous improvement.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process optimisation and automation to reduce manual effort and enhance scalability.
• Serve as a key liaison between finance operations and other departments, enabling effective cross-functional collaboration and communication.

Profile

A successful Shared Services Finance Director should have:

• Extensive experience (10+ years) in finance operations, with deep expertise across P2P, O2C, and R2R processes.
• Proven track record of leading large teams and managing cross-functional operations at a regional or global level.
• Strong foundation in financial reporting, compliance, and process improvement.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Professional qualifications such as CPA, CMA, or ACCA are highly advantageous.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary range of £110,000 - £120,000 per annum.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a large organisation.
• Comprehensive holiday entitlement to support work-life balance.
• Engaging and supportive company culture within the business services industry.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to make a significant impact. Apply today to take the next step in your career as a Shared Services Finance Director!