Senior Finance Manager - Finance Operations

Bradford Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

In this senior leadership role within Finance Operations, you will guide six operational areas and serve as the No.2 to the Head of Finance Operations. You will shape long-term financial planning, people development, and the execution of a 3-year plan to centralise and automate processes across onshore and offshore teams while strengthening financial controls. You will lead large teams, manage key financial metrics, and influence strategic decisions with senior stakeholders. The role offers a meaningful impact on efficiency, governance, and cross-functional alignment in a fast-paced retail environment.

Pay / Benefits

15% discount in store
annual bonus scheme
pension scheme
private healthcare
life assurance
holiday entitlement

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a diverse onshore and offshore team across six operational areas
Drive centralisation, automation, and process improvements under the 'Speed Up and Simplify' program
Oversee P&L for Gift Cards and manage Online Media Income and balance sheet for 139 accounts
Maintain operational metrics including SLA adherence, credit risk controls, and 99% invoicing to terms
Manage relationships with Directors and Executives to support strategic and commercial decisions
Govern risk and policy with oversight of major items in the Finance Risk Register and travel/expenses policy

Key requirements

Professionally Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA)
proven track record leading large finance teams
experience delivering large-scale change in complex, fast-paced organisations
strong leadership, coaching, and cross-functional alignment skills
commercial and financial acumen with understanding of financial systems (e.g., Oracle)
change management experience driving centralisation and automation
excellent communication and stakeholder influence at senior levels
strong analytical thinking and resilience in evolving environments