Transactional Finance Lead SAP

Company: Michael Page
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Job Overview

We are seeking a Transactional Finance Lead to lead and implement transformative accounting and finance processes. This role is based in Manchester and focuses on driving improvements within the manufacturing industry.

Client Details

This is an exciting opportunity to join a global manufacturing firm based in state‑of‑the‑art offices in Wythenshawe. The role is joining a newly created transformation team within the finance function to support the roll‑out of a number of projects over the next two years. This company is a highly sought after organisation to work for with excellent benefits.

Description

The Transactional Finance Lead role is initially a 2‑year fixed‑term contract and will be based in Wythenshawe Manchester – 3 days per week in the office / 2 remote. Reporting to the Finance Transformation lead, key responsibilities include:

  • Act as the SME for order to cash and accounts payable processes within the S/4HANA programme
  • Accountable as the primary point of contact for the order to cash and accounts payable functions within the SAP S/4HANA programme
  • Act as billing SME for the on‑going Chroma replacement project
  • Collaborate closely with the utilities team to identify and deliver billing improvement opportunities within ECC, ensuring all changes are aligned and compatible with the S/4HANA migration strategy
  • Provide deep expertise in end‑to‑end billing, credit control and AP processes and modules
  • Lead or support testing efforts, including unit testing, system integration testing (SIT), and user acceptance testing (UAT)

Profile

In order to apply for the role you should:

  • Have previous experience in a transactional finance project or management role
  • Extensive accounts payable/receivable process experience
  • Have experience of SAP S/4HANA system
  • Be able to consider a 2‑year fixed‑term contract
  • Be able to commute 3 days per week to Wythenshawe office site in Manchester

Job Offer

Opportunity to join global business on a key transformation project.

Hybrid working – 3 days in office / 2 remote.

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Posted: July 13th, 2026