Head of Finance and Transformation

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a senior finance leadership role combining hands‑on operational ownership with ongoing, technology‑led improvement. You’ll run core finance operations while continuously evolving processes, systems and controls to make finance faster, smarter and more scalable. This is a long‑term role for someone who wants to improve what they own, not run stand‑alone transformation programmes.

• Embedded Finance Transformation
  • Drive ongoing improvements to month‑end close, controls, data quality and automation
  • Own and evolve the internal control framework so it remains robust, scalable and fit for growth
  • Maximise the use of existing finance systems and tools – focusing on practical adoption and impact, not transformation for its own sake
  • Lead or embed enhancements such as:
    • Month‑end close optimisation (pace, visibility, accountability)
    • Automation of manual processes
    • Better use of data and reporting tools
  • Help take finance from a solid baseline to a sharper, more technology‑enabled function
• Finance Operations Leadership
  • Lead and develop a finance operations team in a delivery‑led environment
  • Ensure finance runs smoothly from day one, while continuously improving quality, consistency and resilience
  • Build credibility through hands‑on leadership and delivery, not layers of management

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with strong experience leading finance operations in a multi‑
• Proven track record of improving & enhancing finance processes through technology, automation and better ways of working. It’s vital you can evidence embedded tech‑led transformation
• Hands‑on leadership experience, with evidence of developing teams and owning outcomes long‑term
• Comfortable balancing BAU accountability with continuous improvement rather than separate transformation projects
• Strong systems mindset, with the ability to extract real value from finance technology
• Pragmatic, delivery‑oriented and motivated by impact rather than title or short‑term assignments

On offer is circa £90,000 – £100,000 per annum, plus a very lucrative bonus scheme and comprehensive benefits package that includes an enhanced pension scheme, private medical & multiple other perks.

Hybrid working: 2‑3 days on site (flexible)

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.