Director of Shared Services

Posted 3 days ago

ml6 search talent advisoryBristol (VA)

Treasurers and Controllers Corporate, Subsidiary, and Regional Managing Offices

SENIORITY

Manager

SALARY

$180,000 - $200,000

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About the role

The Opportunity: ML6 is pleased to be partnering with a dynamic and growing manufacturing organization in their search for a Director of Shared Services to design and implement a best in class shared service function. The Director of Shared Services will lead the transformation and management of a centralized finance shared services organization responsible for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Treasury operations across a multi-location international manufacturing enterprise. This role will integrate historically decentralized finance functions into a streamlined, scalable shared services model that improves financial discipline, operational efficiency, and working capital performance. The Director will drive process standardization, strengthen internal controls, enable automation and ERP optimization, and build a high-performing team that delivers consistent service across the enterprise. This is a high-impact leadership role that combines operational execution with enterprise-wide change leadership.

What You'll Be Doing:

Lead the integration and centralization of AP, AR, and Treasury functions into a unified shared services organization.
Develop and execute a transformation roadmap to standardize processes, policies, and service-level agreements across business units.
Oversee accounts payable operations, including vendor onboarding, invoice processing, payment workflows, and automation initiatives.
Lead accounts receivable processes including billing, collections, dispute resolution, credit management, and cash application accuracy.
Centralize treasury activities including cash management, liquidity forecasting, banking relationships, and cash visibility across domestic and international entities.
Drive working capital improvements through disciplined management of DSO, DPO, and cash forecasting.
Leverage ERP systems and finance automation tools to streamline workflows and reduce manual processing.
Establish operational dashboards and performance metrics for AP, AR, and Treasury functions.
Strengthen internal controls, governance, and audit readiness across transactional finance processes.
Partner with finance leadership and regional teams to manage change and ensure smooth transition from decentralized operations.
Build, lead, and develop a high-performing shared services team and foster a service-oriented culture across the enterprise.
What You'll Need to Be Successful:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.10+ years of progressive finance operations experience.5+ years of leadership experience within a shared services or centralized finance environment.
Demonstrated experience overseeing AP, AR, and Treasury operations.
Experience operating within multi-location or international organizations.
Strong understanding of ERP systems, process automation, and finance technology tools.

Strongly Preferred: Experience leading shared services transformation or centralization initiatives. Background in manufacturing or industrial environments. Experience in private equity–backed or high-growth organizations. Demonstrated ability to drive cost optimization and working capital improvements. CPA, CMA, or MBA designation.

Compensation Range: $180,000 - $200,000 base salary + bonus

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