Job Description
The BusinessGo-Ahead Group is a leading international public transport provider, running vital bus and rail services that keep communities connected every day. Founded as a small bus operator in North East England, it has grown over 30+ years into a major operator with community, safety and accessibility at its core. Go-Ahead is at the forefront of the transition to greener transport, investing significantly in electric vehicles, zero-emission fleets and supporting infrastructure to deliver cleaner air and more sustainable journeys. With a clear commitment to decarbonisation, Go-Ahead is enabling customers to choose greener ways to travel with confidence.The culture is supportive, collaborative and people-focused, whilst also being highly ambitious and committed to modernisation.
The RoleThis is a pivotal Group-level appointment based at the Newcastle Head Office, acting as the critical link between day-to-day finance operations and Go-Ahead’s wider transformation agenda. Working closely with the Group CFO and the Chief Transformation Officer, you will shape and deliver the future operating model for Finance across the Group, engaging and collaborating with Operating Company Finance Directors along the way. As a Group Finance Operations leader, you will drive improvements in reporting capability, efficiency and data quality, while sponsoring key transformation projects and developing forward-thinking, modern ways of working. You will also play a key role in building a high-performing shared service centre, embedding finance systems, strengthening financial controls and standardising processes. The PersonWe’re looking for a forward-thinking transformation leader who brings:
* Significant senior experience working within a Group structure.
* A strong track record leading finance operations with clear evidence of improving quality, efficiency and control.
* Demonstrable experience of finance transformation.
* A leadership style that builds, develops and retains high-performing, diverse teams, with evidence of coaching and developing talent.
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the confidence to challenge constructively while remaining collegiate and solutions-focused.
* High resilience, drive and the ability to move seamlessly between strategic thinking and hands-on delivery.