Divisional Head (Deputy Director), Shared Services Finance

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the vision and strategy for Finance Shared Services, driving standardisation, simplification, and scalability. Lead a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and service excellence.
• Oversee end-to-end finance operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general accounting, and financial reporting. Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and audit requirements.
• Drive automation, robotics, and analytics initiatives. Partner with IT to implement and optimise finance systems, championing data-driven insights.
• Lead, motivate, and develop the finance team. Foster a collaborative, service-oriented culture and manage change for new processes and technologies.
• Strengthen internal controls and risk management. Ensure compliance with governance frameworks and regulations, partnering with audit and regulators.

Qualification & Requirements

• Relevant degree in finance, accounting, or a related field with minimum 15 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in digitally transforming end‑to‑end finance process models (P2P, OTC, RTR) in a shared services or complex organisation.
• Practical, technical, and specialized knowledge in finance operations and compliance. Strong digital literacy skills.
• Significant experience in finance leadership roles, with a track record of driving operational excellence and innovation.
• Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to manage change effectively and work collaboratively with stakeholders.
• High-performing, engaged, and adaptable to change.

Benefits

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