Your new companyA highly acquisitive, market-leading listed group is embarking on a major finance transformation programme and establishing a newly created Finance Shared Service Centre. As part of this strategic investment, the organisation is building a Centre of Accounting Excellence designed to strengthen technical capability, enhance reporting quality and deliver a scalable finance operating model that can support continued growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join the business at a pivotal moment and play a defining role in shaping a best-in-class accounting function from the ground up.Your new roleAs the Head of Finance Shared Service, you will take full responsibility for designing, implementing and leading the group''s newly created accounting and reporting function. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on technical expertise, covering financial accounting, group reporting, technical accounting, financial controls and governance across multiple business units. You will be instrumental in building and developing a high-performing team, embedding robust processes, and establishing a consistent reporting framework that aligns with the expectations of a listed organisation.You will partner closely with senior stakeholders across Finance, Risk and Operations, taking ownership of key accounting policies, IFRS compliance and the integration of newly acquired entities. This position also plays a central role in driving transformation initiatives, including