Head of Finance Transformation & Operations

About the Role

Lead the design and delivery of a global finance operating model, embedding innovation, driving performance, and enabling smarter, data‑led decision‑making across a complex, international organisation. The Head of Finance Transformation & Operations works closely with the CFO and Group Finance Director to shape the future of the global finance function.

• Transformation & Operating Model Design
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  Shape and implement the global finance target operating model, develop a clear, prioritised transformation roadmap, balance quick wins with long‑term capability building, and translate the roadmap into sustainable operational improvements.
• Digital, Systems & Data Excellence
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  Champion digital tools, automation and analytics; own and evolve the finance systems landscape (including ERP platforms); lead system implementations, upgrades and optimisation initiatives; improve data quality, reporting capability and insight delivery.
• Processes & Controls
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  Optimise core finance processes (R2R, P2P, O2C) to drive efficiency and scalability; strengthen governance, controls and audit readiness; embed best practice aligned to accounting standards and internal policy.
• Transformation & Change
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  Lead end‑to‑end transformation delivery across processes, systems and organisational design; partner with Finance and IT to align technology with business needs; embed new ways of working and ensure strong adoption across global teams.
• Operations & Projects
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  Provide leadership to Finance Project Delivery and Digital & Systems teams; oversee a portfolio of transformation and operational initiatives; balance delivery of strategic programmes with business‑as‑usual priorities; drive consistent, high‑quality project and change practices.
• Collaboration & Influence
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  Act as a trusted partner to the CFO and senior finance leadership; build strong relationships across Finance, IT, Operations and Commercial teams; communicate with clarity and influence decision‑making at senior level.

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
• Proven experience leading finance transformation and operating model design from strategy through to execution.
• Strong knowledge of finance operations, systems and control environments.
• Experience with ERP systems, finance platforms and digital tools (e.g. BI, automation).
• Track record of delivering complex transformation in global or matrixed organisations.
• Familiarity with process improvement methodologies (e.g. Lean, Six Sigma).
• Desirable: experience in shared services or global process ownership models; background in professional services or construction; exposure to Agresso or Deltek Vision.

• Strategic thinker who translates vision into practical delivery.
• Collaborative, people‑focused leader who builds high‑performing teams.
• Commercially aware and comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels.
• Passionate about continuous improvement, innovation and digital adoption.
• Resilient, adaptable and confident influencing senior stakeholders.

• Delivery of a clearly defined and embedded global finance operating model.
• Improved consistency, governance and control across finance.
• Smarter decision‑making through enhanced systems and data.
• Built a sustainable transformation roadmap with measurable outcomes.
• Global adoption of new processes, systems and ways of working.

• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Attractive salary and benefits package, including private medical insurance, life assurance, income protection and a generous company pension scheme.
• 10% car allowance and a flexible holiday entitlement of 25 days per annum (excluding bank holidays).
• Flexible benefits such as cycle scheme, dental and optical cover, travel insurance, season ticket loans and corporate discounts.
• Enhanced parenthood leave policies and a 3pm finish on the last Friday of the month.
• Professional development opportunities and support for two memberships to professional bodies.
• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing activities.