Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Head of Business Unit - Operations & Finance Category Customer Service / Operations, Finance Position Type Permanent Full-Time Bonus Scheme Yes Car Allowance Yes Job Locations UK-Chorley Job Profile

LSL Franchising is one of the UK’s largest providers of estate agency franchise services. The Division’s principal business is the provision of franchising services, such as brand marketing and commercial and IT support, to a network of 62 franchisees which operate over 310 territories across the UK. These territories are independently managed and operated by the franchisees under various brands, including Your Move and Reeds Rains, as well as several local brands.

 

We are looking to recruit a commercially-minded and strategically-driven Head of Business Unit – Operations & Finance to support our national franchise network. Based within our Client Accounts office in Chorley. This is a high-impact role for a seasoned professional with a strong background in transactional services, ideally with experience in banking operations. The ideal candidate will have led large-scale sales and purchase ledger teams and successfully managed a shared service centre

 

Key Responsibilities will include:

Lead and scale high-volume transactional operations, including end-to-end sales and purchase ledger processesChampioning transformation and automation initiatives to streamline financial processes and implement digital solutionsOversee financial controls, planning, reporting, and compliance, particularly in relation to client moneyMonitor key performance indicators and provide insight-led recommendations to senior stakeholdersCollaborate closely with divisional and group-level leadership on strategic planning and transformation projects

About You:

Professionally qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent) with a strong financial and operational backgroundProven leadership in high-volume transactional environmentsExperience running end-to-end sales and purchase ledger operationsDemonstrated success in managing and scaling shared service centresTransformation and automation expertise, especially in streamlining financial processes and implementing digital solutionsExcellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret and communicate data-driven insightsStrong working knowledge of risk management, compliance, and process optimisationAdvanced Excel and reporting capabilities; confident producing executive-level presentationsProven experience engaging with senior management and contributing to strategic planning

Desirable Experience:

Exposure to treasury, banking, or franchising environmentsExperience within large or corporate organisationsStrong financial modelling and forecasting skillsBackground in client accounting or contact centre operations

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a commercially critical role, with significant exposure to senior leadership and influence over operational and financial strategy.

 

LSL is an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all abilities and backgrounds, and we do not discriminate based on disability or individual needs. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

 

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