Head of Finance Operations

Location: Kraków Office attendance: 2 days per week in the office

About your future employer

Our client is a global corporation offering a dynamic and innovative work environment within a global structures. As part of the continued development of its Shared Services organization, the company is looking for an experienced finance leader to oversee key Finance Operations and lead large-scale teams in Kraków.

Head of Finance Operations

As the Head of Finance Operations, you’ll take senior leadership responsibility for core finance operations within an international Shared Services environment. You’ll oversee finance operations, ensuring high-quality service delivery, strong governance and continuous improvement.

You’ll lead a team, working closely with senior stakeholders across Finance and the wider business.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Finance Operations across O2C/Accounts Receivable, P2P/Accounts Payable and R2R/Financial Accounting & Reporting.
• Own overall service delivery, operational performance, quality and process discipline across the finance organization.
• Establish and maintain effective governance, controls, KPIs and performance management frameworks.
• Act as a senior escalation point for operational issues and ensure timely and effective resolution of complex matters.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across Finance and the wider organization, ensuring alignment between business needs and service delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement, standardization and transformation across Finance Operations.
• Support and lead organizational and process transformation initiatives, including changes related to systems, processes and operating models.
• Ensure teams operate in line with internal policies, controls, compliance requirements and agreed service standards.
• Develop a strong leadership culture focused on accountability, collaboration, customer focus and continuous improvement.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, scalability and quality across the Shared Services organization.
• Partner with global Finance leadership and other functions to support strategic priorities and the continued development of the SSC.

Qualifications

• 10+ experience in Finance, preferably gained in an international organization or Shared Services environment.
• Proven experience in leading large Finance Operations teams, including managing managers and developing leadership structures.
• Strong understanding of core finance processes, particularly AP, AR, GL/R2R and Financial Reporting.
• Previous experience in a Senior Finance Leadership / Head of Finance / Finance Operations / SSC leadership role.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and confidence working with senior and international stakeholders.
• Experience managing service delivery, operational KPIs, governance and escalations.
• Proven track record of leading process improvement, standardization and transformation initiatives.
• Strong people leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, develop and manage managers in a complex organization.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to operate effectively in a global environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a structured and business-oriented approach.
• Fluent English.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or a related field.

We offer

• A senior leadership position with significant impact on the development of a global Finance Operations organization.
• Responsibility for a large, international Finance organization and the opportunity to shape its future operating model.
• Exposure to senior stakeholders and global Finance leadership.
• An environment focused on transformation, continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Opportunity to work in a global organization with a strong focus on professional and leadership development.
• Annual bonus based on company financial results and performance evaluation.
• Private healthcare at Lux Med.
• Group life insurance.
• MyBenefit cafeteria system.
• Remote work allowance for internet and electricity costs.
• Increased employer contribution to Employee Capital Plans (PPK).
• Additional annual leave days.
• Work in a modern office in central Kraków.

Why apply for an Antal job offer?

When your application is successful, you will be supported by a dedicated Consultant who will stay in regular contact with you (via email or phone), help you prepare for interviews with your future employer, and ensure a smooth and professional recruitment process.

About Antal

Antal is a leading recruitment and HR advisory company, present in Poland since 1996 and later expanded to the Czech Republic and Hungary. Across the CEE region, we employ around 150 professionals who deliver a full range of services - from specialist and executive recruitment, employee outsourcing and HR consulting, to employer branding and market research.

Our division-based structure combines deep industry expertise with functional specialisation, enabling us to provide tailored solutions for companies in every sector. We act as a trusted partner for both employers and candidates, sharing our knowledge and guiding them through every stage of the talent journey. We connect exceptional people with the right opportunities and help organisations build successful teams.