R2R SME

Record to Report (R2R) SMEContract Opportunity (Minimum 5 Months) | Hybrid Working
Your new company
An internationally operating organisation is undertaking a significant finance transformation programme, with a clear focus on modernising processes, strengthening controls, and enhancing its shared services capability. With a collaborative culture and a strong commitment to continuous improvement, this is an exciting opportunity to join a business navigating a critical phase of change.
They are now seeking an experienced Record to Report (R2R) SME on a contract basis to play a key role in delivering transformation objectives within their finance function.

Your new role
You will act as the Subject Matter Expert across Record to Report processes, supporting a major transition into a Shared Service Centre and driving standardisation across finance operations.
Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading and supporting the migration of finance activities into a Shared Service Centre, ensuring smooth transition and stakeholder alignment
• Designing and implementing process documentation, including standard operating procedures and robust financial controls
• Reviewing and strengthening the control environment, ensuring consistency and alignment with overarching finance policies
• Supporting organisational design, including recruitment, onboarding, and training of finance teams within the shared services environment
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives, including automation and process optimisation across end-to-end finance processes
• Collaborating with stakeholders across multiple functions and geographies to ensure successful delivery of transformation milestones

This is a hands-on, high-impact contract role where you will contribute directly to shaping and embedding best-in-class finance processes.
What you'll need to succeed
You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant experience in finance operations and Record to Report leadership.
You will also bring:

• Proven experience in managing R2R processes within complex, multi-entity environments
• Strong track record in financial controls, governance, and process documentation
• Experience supporting shared services transformation, process migration, or ERP/system implementations (e.g. Oracle or similar)
• Demonstrated success in delivering process improvement, automation, and standardisation initiatives
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
• A collaborative, detail-oriented, and resilient approach, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced transformation environment

What you'll get in return

• A pivotal contract role within a large-scale finance transformation programme
• Opportunity to drive tangible change and deliver meaningful process improvements
• Exposure to senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams
• Hybrid working arrangements offering flexibility
• Competitive daily/contract rate - up to 700 / day (can flex on this)
• The opportunity to enhance your profile through involvement in a high-impact transformation project

Apply now
If you are an experienced R2R specialist available for your next contract and keen to play a key role in a major finance transformation, we would love to hear from you.Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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