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