In the position as Shared Business Controller and Shared Services Leader you will play a pivotal role in leading the Shared Service Organisations in the United Kingdom with a vision for the future. Our goal is to foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, empowering our team to excel and drive the organization forward. By providing strategic guidance and support, we aim to deliver exceptional value to the business, ensuring sustainable growth and success. Together, we will build a dynamic and resilient organization that is ready to meet the challenges of tomorrow.

Leadership & Team Management

• Oversee Accounting, IT, and Site Services for efficient operations.
• Foster a culture of growth and continuous improvement.

Financial Oversight & Compliance

• Manage corporate tax returns and liaise with tax authorities.
• Ensure legal & tax compliance, staying updated on regulations.
• Oversee annual accounts submission with accuracy and timeliness.

Strategic Planning & Compliance

• Lead budgeting & financial planning processes.
• Analyze data to support decision-making & business strategy.
• Monitor and validate financial forecasts.

Internal Controls & Advisory

• Develop and test accounting procedures & internal controls.
• Provide strategic insights & recommendations to leadership.

External Relations & Communication

• Maintain relationships with banks, auditors, and insurers.
• Ensure alignment with international counterparts & parent company.
• Translate financial data into clear, actionable insights.

North Europe Cluster Lead

• Lead shared services transformation & collaboration.
• Foster innovation & process efficiency across regions.
• Drive cross-departmental communication & improvement.

What you know

• We are looking for someone with a master’s degree in business administration or a similar field, combined with at least ten years of experience in an international business environment.
• We believe you have a solid background as a Financial Controller in a sales-driven company and a solid understanding of pension scheme administration.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential, as well as the ability to analyze financial impacts and navigate the complexities of global business.
• You bring a proven track record in leading budgeting and forecasting processes, providing valuable insights that support strategic decision-making.
• As a trusted advisor to senior leadership, you use your financial expertise to drive business success while ensuring compliance with fiscal and legal requirements.

Who you are

• We believe you have a strong business interest and understand the drivers behind the financial numbers.
• You know how to navigate and achieve results in an international matrix environment.
• We challenge status quo and seek continuous improvement so you also need to embrace change.
• You have an open and informal style; making it easy for you to communicate and co-operate and contribute to a positive team spirit.

Our commitment to integrity 

We care about diversity, inclusion, and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate’s fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games. Completing the games is mandatory

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, we conduct background checks on final candidates for this role.