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Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 3,500 people and operating around 280 manufacturing sites in the UK.

We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development. We aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.

Location:

Our Chipping Sodbury office, nestled within Yate, offers an idyllic rural setting with convenient access to both the M4 and M5. This unique combination of tranquility and accessibility makes it an excellent working environment. Additionally, we provide free parking and an onsite café for your convenience.

Position: Head of Shared Service Centre (SSC) Accounting & Reporting

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Shared Service Centre to join our senior leadership team. In this pivotal role, you will have operational responsibility for all UK departments not incorporated under the International Business Service Centre.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead Accounting and Reporting, Employee Services (including payroll), and Customer Accounts teams.

* Manage IBSC service levels and ensure alignment with UK business expectations.

* Collaborate with UK executive leadership and senior managers to address current and future departmental needs.

* Serve as the dedicated point of contact for UK management to discuss service levels or raise issues.

* Act as the final point of escalation for all in-scope departments, providing excellent relationship and stakeholder management.

* Chair regular service level meetings to share KPI performance and agree on actions to optimize processes.

* Set departmental strategies to meet business needs.

* Manage FTE and cost budgets, including meeting efficiency targets.

* Provide leadership and coaching to department heads, fostering their full potential.

* Drive process improvements to capture end-to-end efficiencies.

* Motivate and enthuse a large team, ensuring high productivity and accuracy within a positive and engaging culture.

* Represent UK business interests in cross-centre strategy setting or prioritisation forums.

* Oversee SSC management of external audit processes.

* Lead cash management and forecasting efforts.

* Support ESG reporting.

What We Offer:

* Competitive Salary: £80,000+ plus bonus

* Company Car: Provided

* Work Hours: 40 hours per week

* Hybrid working

* Bupa, Pension

Why Choose Us?

* Employer of Choice: We are recognized as an Armed Forces Covenant (Silver), Disability Confident Committed, 5% Club (Platinum), Mates in Mind, and Clear Assured (Foundation) employer.

* Comprehensive Compensation Package: Includes bonus incentives, generous pension schemes, and life assurance.

* Work-Life Balance: 27 days of holiday (excluding bank holidays), agile working, flexible working, holiday purchase options, and sabbatical opportunities.

* Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced maternity, paternity, parental leave, neonatal, adoption/IVF, and menopause policies.

* Social Value: Enjoy a paid volunteering day each year and participate in our diverse communities (LGBTQ+, Network of Women, Women in Science and Engineering (STEM), Armed Forces).

* Wellbeing: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), mental health first aiders, cycle-to-work scheme, employee benefits portal with gym discounts, free eye tests, and discounted private medical cover.

Join Heidelberg Materials UK and contribute to our mission of building a sustainable future with a diverse and dynamic team. Apply now to become a key player in our journey towards growth and excellence