Head of Finance Operations

Are you an experienced Finance Operations leader with a passion for driving operational excellence, process improvement and transformation?

We're recruiting for a senior leadership opportunity with a growing organisation seeking an accomplished Head of Finance Operations to lead and develop a high-performing transactional finance function.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in Finance Operations or Shared Services
, who enjoys leading teams, improving processes and implementing technology to deliver greater efficiency across a multi-site business.

You will have overall responsibility for the Finance Operations function, leading teams across:

• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Payroll
• Finance Transaction Processing

Working closely with senior stakeholders, you'll drive continuous improvement, optimise finance systems and lead transformation projects that enhance operational performance and support future business growth.

• Lead and develop large Finance Operations teams.
• Drive process improvement, automation and operational efficiencies.
• Lead finance transformation and change programmes.
• Optimise ERP and finance systems, including Net Suite where applicable.
• Develop robust financial controls, governance and operational KPIs.
• Partner with stakeholders across Finance, HR, Procurement and Operations.
• Champion continuous improvement and AI-enabled efficiencies within Finance Operations.

We're looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Significant experience leading a high-volume Finance Operations or Shared Services function.
• Leadership of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll and Transaction Processing teams.
• A proven track record of finance transformation, automation and process optimisation.
• Experience implementing or improving ERP systems (Net Suite highly desirable).
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working within growing or multi-site organisations.
• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification.

• Hybrid working (4 days office / Friday from home).
• Senior leadership opportunity with genuine scope to influence business-wide change.
• A collaborative environment focused on innovation, automation and continuous improvement.

If you're a strategic Finance Operations leader looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.