Transactional Finance Manager

The Transactional Finance Manager role offers an exciting opportunity to join an impactful role in a fast-paced, PE-Backed group. You’ll be given full autonomy to manage the wider transactional finance team across AP & AR, and will be trusted to develop best reporting practice and controls, reporting into the Group FC and Finance Director.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established organisation within the infrastructure sector. As a mid-sized company, they are committed to maintaining high operational standards and providing expertise in their field.

Description

• Lead, manage, and develop a finance team across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and associated finance functions.
• Oversee workload allocation and ensure effective resource planning across the team.
• Set clear objectives, monitor performance, and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Provide ongoing coaching, support, and development opportunities to team members.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure supplier invoicing, payment processing, and customer billing activities are delivered accurately and within agreed timelines.
• Review and approve payment runs, authorising payments in line with company policies and delegated authority limits.
• Ensure all reconciliations are completed accurately and on a timely basis.
• Identify and implement improvements to processes, controls, and operational efficiencies within AP and AR functions.
• Review payroll data and transactions prepared by the Group Payroll team to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to processing.
• Liaise with Payroll and the Financial Controller to investigate and resolve any discrepancies.
• Ensure payroll-related reconciliations and control processes are completed effectively.
• Support the Financial Controller with the preparation of monthly management accounts and month-end reporting.
• Assist in the production of supporting schedules and reporting packs.
• Contribute to the completion of monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Oversee the administration of monthly CIS processes, where applicable.
• Support year-end audit preparation and provide required information to auditors.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and relevant regulatory requirements.

Profile

A successful Transactional Finance Manager should have:

• Proven experience leading teams across both AP & AR.
• Strong understanding of the transactional finance reporting cycle.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• The ability to manage and motivate a team effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary, £55-65k.
• Generous benefits package.
• Opportunity to manage and lead a solid, professional team.
• Permanent role offering stability and career growth.
• Collaborative work environment with a focus on professional development.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as Transactional Finance Manager, please apply now.

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