Head Of Shared Services Centre - Finance

Lead the Shared Services Centre Finance operations for their Sub-Saharan Africa, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and excellence in AP, AR, GL, and Fixed Asset processes, while driving standardisation, digitalisation, and process optimisation.This role is based in Springs, Johannesburg East.Key Responsibilities:Strategically and operationally manage SSC Finance for the Sub-Saharan Africa region.Ensure compliance with accounting, tax regulations, and internal controls.Oversee month-end/year-end closings, group reporting, and external audits.Drive digital transformation and implement tools for O2C, P2P, and process improvements.Standardise finance processes to enhance efficiency and consistency.Lead and develop a team of 30, fostering skills and competencies.Collaborate with Regional Treasury for cash flow and forex matters.Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Monitor KPIs, ensuring performance and service excellence.Key Challenges:Balancing stakeholder expectations with operational efficiency.Driving continuous process improvement and team development.Maintaining high standards of professionalism and service delivery.Qualifications and Experience:Education: Honours Degree (BCom Accounting preferred), MBA advantageous.Experience: Over 10 years in SSC Finance in an international context, with exposure across Africa.Skills:Strong IFRS, tax, treasury, and budgeting expertise.Proficient in SAP and MS Office Suite, especially Excel.Proven leadership in change management and digitalisation.Analytical, detail-oriented, and resilient with strong interpersonal skills.