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 - 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 in Tunbridge Wells, so please only apply if this location is realistically accessible for you. Hybrid working is available; however, you will still need to be in the office as required. Some weeks may require more days int he office than others, depending on the needs of the role.

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