Service Delivery Head – Finance & Accounts Shared Services (Automotive High-Precision Components Manufacturing)

Key Responsibilities

Service Delivery & Operational Excellence

• Oversee end-to-end Finance & Accounts (F&A) shared services operations, ensuring high efficiency, compliance, and cost control.
• Establish and manage SLA/KPI frameworks, driving continuous service improvements.
• Optimize key F&A processes such as O2C (Order to Cash), P2P (Procure to Pay), R2R (Record to Report), inventory costing, and capital expense management.
• Ensure robust financial controls, compliance with IFRS/GAAP, and adherence to industry regulations.
• Implement costing models specific to high-precision manufacturing, including activity-based costing and variance analysis.

Transition & Transformation Leadership

• Lead large-scale transitions and process migrations with a focus on minimizing operational disruptions.
• Drive financial transformation initiatives through automation, analytics, and emerging technologies such as AI and RPA.
• Enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Implement best practices in supply chain finance, working capital management, and raw material cost optimization.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Manage multiple internal and external stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication and service delivery.
• Act as a strategic financial advisor, providing insights on financial process optimization and cost efficiencies.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration between finance, operations, procurement, and supply chain teams to enhance financial accuracy and performance.

Leadership & People Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance shared services team, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Implement workforce optimization strategies, ensuring effective resource allocation.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and upskilling in financial and digital competencies.

Industry Expertise & Strategic Initiatives

• Stay updated on financial best practices, regulatory changes, and evolving trends in high-precision automotive manufacturing.
• Align service delivery strategies with cost control measures, CAPEX planning, and vendor financing models.
• Develop and implement financial risk mitigation strategies, ensuring business sustainability and profitability.

Qualification & Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in Finance & Accounts shared services, focusing on service delivery, financial transitions, and digital transformation.
• Expertise in multi-client service management, SLA governance, and financial automation.
• Strong understanding of cost structures, inventory costing, and financial operations in high-precision automotive component manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Workday) and automation tools for enhanced financial operations.
• Proven ability to manage financial risks, compliance, audits, and strategic cost control initiatives.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and analytical problem-solving skills.

Benefits

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