Group Finance Operations Manager

Group Finance Operations Manager

Edinburgh, EH12 9DH

Due to business growth we are looking to recruit a Group Finance Operations Manager to join us at our Edinburgh Head Office. The role will see you lead the Group's finance operations, ensuring efficient, accurate and well-controlled delivery of divisional finance services, accounts payable, cashiering and banking, sales reporting, executive reporting, VAT and payroll. The role provides timely insight to senior stakeholders, develops a high-performing team and drives standardisation, automation and continuous improvement across finance processes.

• Lead the delivery and continuous improvement of Group Finance Operations, providing a consistent, responsive service to divisions and Group functions.
• Manage and develop the AP/Cashier and Payroll Team, setting clear priorities, service standards and controls while building capability and resilience across the team.
• Own the accurate and timely production of divisional services reporting, coordinating inputs and providing clear analysis of performance, trends, risks and actions.
• Maintain a strong financial control environment, with documented processes, clear ownership, appropriate segregation of duties and timely resolution of control issues.

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), or substantial relevant experience in finance operations.
• Significant experience in transactional finance or finance operations, including accounts payable, banking and reconciliations.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex information, identify trends and exceptions, and turn data into practical insight
• Committed to developing people, simplifying processes and embedding continuous improvement