Head of Finance Operations
We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Head of Finance Operations to lead and transform our Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions. This is a high-impact leadership role at the heart of our finance organisation, focused on driving operational excellence, automation, and scalable growth.
This role will play a critical part in modernising our finance operations through process transformation, AI-driven solutions, and robotics, while also supporting the integration of newly acquired businesses
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Key Responsibilities
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Leadership & Strat
- egyLead, develop, and inspire a large, multi-functional AP & AR t
- eamDefine and execute a finance operations strategy aligned to business growth and transformation go
- alsBuild a high-performance culture focused on continuous improvement and accountabil
ity
Transformation & Process Improve
- mentDrive end-to-end transformation across AP and AR processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalabi
- lityIdentify and implement best-in-class processes, standardisation, and cont
- rolsChampio n a continuous improvement min dset, leveraging Lean / Six Sigma methodologies where appropr
iate
Automation, AI & Rob
- oticsLead the implementatio n of automation initia tives, including workflow tools, RPA (Robotic Process Automation), and AI solu
- tionsEvaluate emerging technologies to enhance transaction processing and decision-m
- akingDeliver measurable improvements in productivity, cost efficiency, and cycle
times
Acquisition Integ
- rationLead financial operations integration for newly acquired busi
- nessesHarmonise processes, systems, and controls across multiple en
- titiesEnsure smooth transitions with minimal disruption to business cont
inuity
Operational Exc
- ellenceOversee end-to-end AP and AR operations, including invoicing, billing, collections, and p
- aymentsEnsure strong internal controls, compliance, and risk man
- agementDeliver accurate reporting, KPIs, and insights to senior stake
holdersStakeholder Man
- agementPartner closely with Finance, IT, Procurement, and Commercia
- l teamsAct as a key advisor to senior leadership on operational efficiency and transformation pri
orities
A
- bout YouProven experience in a senior finance operations leadership role (AP/A
- R focus)Strong track record of leading large teams and driving transformation pr
- ogrammesHands-on experience with automation, AI, and RPA implem
- entationExperience integrating acquisitions or operating in a high-growth / M&A env
- ironmentDeep understanding of end-to-end finance processes and
- controlsStrong change management and stakeholder engagemen
- t skillsData-driven, commercially minded, and solutions-