Job Description

Citadel Source

are delighted to be supporting a globally recognised organisation in the search for a dynamic and operationally astute

Head of Finance SSC

on a permanent basis. This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing, fast-evolving finance leadership team at a pivotal point in the company's strategic journey.

About you

As the

Head of Finance SSC

, you will lead a team responsible for shaping and delivering financial insight that informs strategic decisions across the business. You'll play a key role in enhancing profitability, aligning global operations, and preparing the finance function for future growth.

The role

This pivotal role calls for a broad command of financial operations and systems, spanning AP, AR, financial control, reporting, intercompany transactions, and project work. You'll be at the helm of driving operational excellence across a growing shared services environment--identifying efficiency wins, embedding control frameworks, and shaping the strategic roadmap for a high-performing team.

Collaboration is key: you'll partner with IT, HR, and wider business operations to refine policies, align globally, and unlock new service lines. From stakeholder engagement to resource planning and prioritisation, you'll lead the charge in introducing scalable, future-ready solutions across the function.

As the Head of Finance SSC, your role will include, but not be limited to:

This leadership role is pivotal in shaping the future of finance through centralisation, transformation, and global alignment. It drives tangible improvements in efficiency, governance, and scalability while unlocking regional cost savings and high-quality service delivery.

Operational Excellence & Transformation

Lead the centralisation of transactional workflows through data-driven reviews and process rationalisation Improve financial controls, automate where possible, and align initiatives to global risk frameworks Oversee the creation and rollout of robust policies, procedures, and compliance initiatives across functions

Performance & Stakeholder Engagement

Monitor and refine SLAs and KPIs to deliver consistent value across shared services Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, HR, and finance leaders on process improvements and global projects Engage regularly with internal stakeholders to shape system implementations and drive process evolution

Leadership & Culture Building

Empower a high-performing, service-led team with a strong focus on accountability and professional growth Foster an environment of transparency, knowledge sharing, and continuous development Support the CFO and Director of Financial Accounting & Reporting in realising their strategic vision for finance

What we're looking for

Ideally, a qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent) with significant experience A track record of successfully supporting senior leadership with strategic insight Confident communicator with the ability to

influence at board level

Comfortable navigating complex, multi-region, and matrixed environments Previous experience in delivering change through

improved processes, controls, and technology

Proven ability to lead teams, coach talent, and deliver results in a collaborative, agile environment

What the client has to offer

Salary competitive (Depending on experience) 10% car allowance Excellent benefits 3 days office / 2 days from home

Sound like a good fit?

For more information on this exciting opportunity, please apply or reach out to

Dan Morris

at

dan@citadelsource.com

Job Type: Full-time

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bristol BS1