Director of Finance Transformation

Are you a finance leader ready to drive transformational change within dynamic organisations? Operating in professional services and across multiple industries including finance, consulting, and business advisory, they focus on delivering strategic financial solutions to a diversified client base, from high-growth businesses to complex corporate structures. With a reputation for delivering innovative, effective, and compliant finance services, they seek to stay ahead through continuous improvement and technological advancement.

Key responsibilities

• Support clients in finance process improvement, system implementation, and operational efficiency.
• Lead complex finance projects involving automation, digital transformation, and change management.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to align finance strategy with business goals.
• Leverage extensive experience with ERP systems, compliance standards, and data analytics.
• Promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within teams.

The role

The organisation is seeking a highly experienced Director to spearhead large-scale finance change initiatives. This position offers the chance to manage end-to-end finance transformation programmes, including system upgrades, process re-engineering, and automation projects. As a client-facing leader, you will work closely with senior management across diverse sectors to deliver impactful solutions that enhance financial performance, compliance, and reporting accuracy.

• Lead and oversee finance transformation projects, ensuring delivery on scope, budget, and timeline.
• Develop strategic roadmaps for ERP implementation, automation, and process re-engineering.
• Drive stakeholder engagement through effective communication and collaborative planning.
• Maintain rigorous control processes and ensure adherence to UK GAAP and IFRS standards.
• Provide expert advice on finance technology solutions, integration, and best practices.
• Manage project teams, resources, and budgets, fostering a high-performance environment.

The ideal candidate

Candidates should bring a strong background in finance transformation, system implementation, and process optimisation with proven leadership skills.

• Required qualifications
• Qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA with PQ or fully qualified status.
• Many years’ experience within finance transformation, ERP deployment, or process re-engineering.
• Demonstrable experience leading SAP, Oracle, Netsuite, Dynamics, or Sage projects.
• Solid understanding of UK GAAP, IFRS, and financial control frameworks.
• Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and data analytics tools.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and team leadership abilities.
• Proven project management skills with a track record of delivering complex initiatives.

Bonus skills

• Experience working within professional services, consultancy, or multi-site environments.
• Knowledge of RPA, SQL, Tableau, and wider enterprise systems integration.
• Exposure to change management and digital finance initiatives.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and internal control frameworks.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in fast-paced, evolving client environments.

What is on offer

The organisation offers a stimulating environment where you can shape the future of finance operations. This role provides the opportunity to work on diverse, impactful projects across a variety of sectors, alongside a talented team of professionals committed to innovation. They value your expertise and support your career growth through ongoing development and flexible working arrangements.

• Competitive salary, aligned with the seniority and dependent on experience.
• Hybrid or onsite working options in a vibrant UK location.
• Up to 20% travel for client engagements and project delivery.
• Access to career development programmes and ongoing industry training.
• Contribute to transformative finance initiatives in a respected professional services setting.

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