Director, Financial Operations

Overview

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Navigating the position: Director, Financial Operations

Director, Financial Operations is a global role, leading the combined financial operations teams across the UK, Canada, Europe, Singapore and the Philippines. The role needs to be able to manage across these locations, and therefore the location is flexible & reports to Senior Director, Financial Control, based in the UK. You will oversee and enhance the performance of the Finance Operations team, ensuring efficient and effective financial processes and improving internal controls and the organisation’s working capital.

You will be responsible for leading and managing the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Billing global teams. This role involves overseeing the day-to-day financial operations, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy. You will work closely with the Senior Director, Financial Control and other internal stakeholders to support the company’s financial goals and strategic initiatives.

Please note this is a 10 month fixed term contract

Financial Operations:

• Oversee all aspects of financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable and billing functions
• Compliance:
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards, and internal policies.
• Process Improvement:
• Identify and implement improvements in financial processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Control Environment:
• Ensure a strong documented control environment, with clearly identified risks and controls and desktop procedures for the transactional teams
• Team Management:
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance operations team.
• Performance Management:
• Ensure a clear set of KPI’s are in place for all processes, which are tracked against targets and actions taken to address any adverse trends.
• Audit Coordination:
• Coordinate with external auditors and manage the audit process.
• Stakeholder
  
  Collaboration:
• Work with internal stakeholders to provide financial insights and support business initiatives.
• Risk Management:
• Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Educational Attainment
Bachelor's degree in business, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.

Professional Background
Extensive experience in finance operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

Expected Areas of Competence
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• Strong Understanding of Financial Regulations and Compliance.
• Knowledge of financial regulations (IFRS, GAAP) and compliance requirements.
• Ability to identify compliance risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Experience in preparing for audits and ensuring adherence to standards.
• Excellent Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
• Proficient in analysing financial data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Critical thinking skills for developing actionable solutions.
• Experience in creating clear, insightful financial reports.
• Proven Ability to Lead and Develop High-Performing Teams
• Experienced in managing and mentoring teams to foster accountability.
• Skilled in setting goals and providing feedback to…