The smooth and effective operation of the Accounts Payable function including processing of all supplier invoices and expense claims as well as associated work
The establishment of an Accounts Receivable function and smooth running of all invoicing and credit control activity
Identification of other transactional processes to be optimized and included within the Finance Operations function
The production of regular, high quality MI pertaining to the Finance Operations function to enable performance to be monitored and continuously improved
Leadership of the Finance Systems team, ensuring that the Finance Systems roadmap is refined and shaped with input from key stakeholders across the finance team
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
A qualified accountant with significant experience in leading and transforming effective finance operations activity
Exceptional communication and influencing skills, ideally honed through experience in change, improvement or transformation programmers
A proactive leader, with a clear focus on delivery as a team
A problem solver, an ability to really listen and to adjust recommended actions with consideration of all viewpoints
A sound understanding of financial accounting, with particular focus on working capital
A keen interest in, and understanding of, finance technologies and the role that they play in supporting effective finance functions
A proven team player, able to work collaboratively and demonstrate an effective contribution across a broad range of activities
Outstanding customer service skills across all levels of an organization