R2R SME

Record to Report (R2R) SME Contract 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C’s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk41bf1e1f-b16b-4260-a40a-17c77a06fd15…