Job reference
53875_1773683792
Company Name
Salary
£120000 - £150000 per annum + plus 20% bonus and excellent benefits
Location
London
Industry sector
Accounting, Finance
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
16/03/2026
Closing date
06/04/2026
A global market leader in the media industry are looking for a Director of Finance Shared Services. This role will report directly to the CFO and play a pivotal role in leading and developing a new Finance Shared Service Centre. You will be responsible for overseeing end-to-end finance operations, including Record-to-Report (R2R), Order-to-Cash (O2C), and Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) functions. The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with a proven track record in managing large finance teams, driving process improvements, and implementing finance transformation initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the Finance Shared Service Centre:
* Lead and develop a large Finance Shared Service Centre.
* Develop and implement standardized processes for R2R, O2C, and P2P functions.
Finance Transformation:
* Drive finance transformation initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to implement best practices and innovative solutions.
Process Improvement:
* Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation within finance operations.
* Implement strategies to optimize workflows and enhance productivity.
Team Leadership:
* Manage and lead a large finance team, ensuring high performance and employee development.
* Foster a collaborative and results-driven culture within the Shared Service Centre.
Financial Reporting and Compliance:
* Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with international accounting standards.
* Collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure a smooth audit process.
Qualifications:
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
* Proven experience in leading Finance Shared Service Centres.
* Demonstrated success in driving finance transformation and process improvement.
* Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience leading large teams.
* In-depth knowledge of R2R, O2C, and P2P processes.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.