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.