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Finance and Operational Excellence Director

Ref: AS6926960

Northampton, UK

£130,000

  • Permanent
  • Operational Excellence
  • Strategic Financial Management
  • AI-Driven Efficiencies

About the candidate

The candidate is a seasoned finance professional, known for their strong track record in driving operational excellence and leading transformative finance initiatives. Having occupied senior roles in global logistics, manufacturing, and regional retail chains, they bring a wealth of experience in enhancing financial processes and implementing AI-driven efficiencies. This expertise is complemented by a strategic mindset and effective leadership skills, making them adept at inspiring teams and managing complex change initiatives.

They thrive in dynamic and challenging environments where they can leverage their collaborative work style to balance cost optimization with long-term growth and innovation. Their exceptional stakeholder management skills enable them to forge strong connections and guide multidisciplinary teams towards shared objectives.

What makes them great?

  • Strategic Leadership: Expert at overseeing the integration of finance operations and streamlining processes, evidenced by the reported reduction in processing time by 30% at a major global logistics company.
  • Innovative Problem-Solving: Successfully integrated AI-driven solutions within financial teams, driving data-based decision-making that enhances efficiency and accuracy.
  • Financial Stewardship: Effective in managing and optimising financial operations in varied environments, leading to marked cost reductions and improved operational reliability.

Areas of expertise

  • Finance Transformation: Proficient in integrating finance operations across regional offices, implementing new financial reporting frameworks, and embedding AI solutions to enhance decision-making.
  • Cost Reduction: Demonstrated ability in leading budgeting and forecasting processes that achieve significant cost savings, with a track record of reducing operational costs by 20% through strategic insights.
  • Operational Efficiency: Skilled in directing finance operations with a focus on improving transactional efficiencies and introducing process enhancements that bolster reliability and cash flow management.