Finance & Accounting Team Leader – Global Shared Services

Finance & Accounting Team Leader – Global Shared Services

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We are seeking an experienced Finance & Accounting Team Leader to oversee a multidisciplinary team within a global shared services environment. The role involves leading professionals across Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable / Order-to-Cash (AR/O2C), and Record-to-Report (R2R), ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance throughout all financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Management
  • Lead, mentor and motivate a team of finance professionals.
  • Foster collaboration, capability building and consistent delivery across all workstreams.
  • Provide regular feedback, coaching and performance oversight.
• Operational Oversight
  • Supervise
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    - end operations across AP, AR/O2C, R2R and general ledger activities.
  • Ensure accuracy and timeliness in invoice processing, reconciliations, collections and reporting.
  • Manage escalations and complex enquiries with professionalism.
• Performance & Compliance
  • Monitor KPIs, SLAs and operational metrics, driving continuous improvement.
  • Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting standards and audit requirements.
  • Contribute to monthly, quarterly and annual closing cycles.
• Process Optimisation & Innovation
  • Identify opportunities to improve workflows, automation and standardisation.
  • Promote best practices, operational excellence and cross‑functional alignment.
• Stakeholder & Cross‑Functional Collaboration
  • Communicate regularly with internal partners and senior stakeholders.
  • Work with HR, training and quality teams to strengthen capabilities.
  • Act as deputy for the Finance Operations Manager when required.

Profile & Qualifications

• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related fields; postgraduate qualifications are an advantage.
• Extensive experience in Finance & Accounting, ideally in shared services or corporate environments.
• Previous experience in a supervisory or team leadership role.
• Strong understanding of multi‑country and multi‑currency operations.
• Deep knowledge of AP, AR/O2C, R2R and GL processes.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Workday or similar) and advanced Excel or BI tools.
• Strong communication, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Leadership mindset with a focus on collaboration, quality and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• A leadership role in a large‑scale, high‑performing finance organisation.
• Opportunities for growth, process optimisation and international collaboration.
• A supportive and inclusive environment where development is encouraged.
• Full training and ongoing learning opportunities.
• Relocation support for eligible candidates.
• Access to private health insurance (subject to local enrolment requirements).
• Meal allowance and additional benefits.
• A modern office environment with global mobility possibilities.

Working Conditions

• Monday to Friday, daytime schedule.
• Weekends off.
• Onboarding training delivered over several weeks.
• Permanent contract with an initial trial period.

Relocation Support

• Travel assistance.
• Access to shared accommodation for an initial period.