Head of Finance Transformation

Tunbridge Wells Temporary £450 - £550 per day View Job Description
A well‑established, commercially successful UK organisation is seeking a Head of Finance Transformation for 12 months, to lead the modernisation of its finance function. This is a senior, high‑impact role, partnering closely with the Finance Director and wider finance leadership to transform how finance operates across systems, processes, data, and ways of working.
  • 12 month project - Hybrid role - Outside IR35
  • Collaborative role with a huge opportunity to transform the finance function

About Our Client

Organisation based in Tunbridge Wells, with a strong market presence

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Partner with the Finance Director and finance leadership team to define and deliver a clear finance transformation roadmap
  • Lead transformation initiatives across finance systems, processes, and data
  • Simplify, standardise, and automate core finance processes and reporting cycles
  • Work closely with the Financial Controller to improve efficiency, controls, and automation
  • Partner with FP&A to enhance reporting, forecasting, and analytics capability
  • Drive adoption of digital tools, dashboards, and workflow automation
  • Act as a bridge between finance, technology, and operational teams to embed sustainable change
  • Identify opportunities for cross‑functional collaboration to improve end‑to‑end processes
  • Coach and mentor finance team members to build digital and analytical capability
  • Track, measure, and communicate the success of transformation initiatives against agreed metrics



The Successful Applicant

Skills & Experience Required

  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
  • Significant post‑qualification experience
  • Immediate availability / availability at short-notice
  • Proven experience leading finance transformation and process improvement initiatives
  • Strong understanding of finance operations, systems, and data flows
  • Experience implementing finance systems, automation, and reporting solutions
  • Ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders across the business
  • Excellent communication, project management, and problem‑solving skills
  • Commercially astute, strategic thinker with a pragmatic approach to delivery
  • Comfortable working independently while maintaining close alignment with senior leadership



This role is based at least 2 days per week in Tunbridge Wells so please only apply if this location is feasible for you.

What's on Offer

Two engagement options are available:

  • Fixed‑term contract (12 months): £80,000 - £100,000 per annum, depending on experience, with a competitive benefits package
  • Contract (outside IR35): £450 - £550 per day, depending on experience



Contact
Maria Hallford
Quote job ref
JN-112025-6878581
Phone number
+44 7867326410

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Interim Roles
Sector
Business Services
Location
Tunbridge Wells
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Maria Hallford
Consultant phone
+44 7867326410
Job reference
JN-112025-6878581