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.

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.

• 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.

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