Interim Head of Finance Operations
Location: West Midlands (Hybrid - 3 days in office)
Duration: 6 Months
Start Date: ASAP
A prestigious and well-established professional services organisation in the West Midlands is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Finance Operations to lead its transactional finance function during a critical period of transformation and operational optimisation.
This is a high-profile interim assignment offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a large, complex finance environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing a team of approximately 30 finance professionals, covering Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cash Management, and Finance Administration.
Key Responsibilities
* Providing strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the transactional finance function
* Oversee the delivery of high-volume AP and AR processes, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance
* Lead the cash and banking operations, including cash flow forecasting, reconciliations, and treasury support
* Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance operational performance
* Ensure robust financial controls and governance across all transactional activities
* Collaborate with senior stakeholders across finance, IT, and operations to align finance operations with broader business objectives
* Support the development and mentoring of team leaders and staff, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
* Deliver timely and insightful reporting to senior leadership, highlighting risks, opportunities, and performance metrics
Qualifications
* Have a recognisable accounting qualification or relevant educational background
* Have a strong track record of managing transactional finance teams within a shared services environment, including AP, AR, and cash/banking functions
* Have excellent people management skills, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop large teams
* Be commercially aware with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders
* Availability to start immediately or within short notice
* Be Midlands based. Unfortunately applicants outside of the Midlands will not be considered
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Temporary
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
Professional Services
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