Head of Finance Operations

Role Overview

The role requires a senior leadership opportunity, taking responsibility for a large operational finance function and leading a large team across Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and the Management Accounts team.

What You Will Do

Providing strong, visible leadership and direction to a large finance operations team of approximately 50 people, leading and developing the Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Treasury functions, and driving improvements across transactional finance processes.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of managing and developing large finance teams, extensive experience across transactional finance, and a good understanding of management accounting, month-end processes, and financial controls.

Requirements

• qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or Qualified by Experience (QBE)
• strong track record of managing and developing large finance teams
• extensive experience across transactional finance, particularly Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Treasury
• good understanding of management accounting, month-end processes, and financial controls
• proven experience of improving processes, driving efficiencies, and implementing change
• ability to lead through periods of change and quickly establish credibility with teams and senior stakeholders
• excellent people management skills, with the confidence to manage performance, develop talent, and create a positive working environment

Benefits

• Salary of up to £80,000
• Hybrid working (3 days in the office)
• Flexible working hours to suit