Finance Manager

Investigo; Rugby; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Investigo in Rugby, United Kingdom, is seeking a Transactional Finance Manager to oversee day-to-day finance operations, leading AP, AR, and cash management with a focus on accuracy and controls.

You will manage a small team, drive process improvements, and partner with the Finance Director to ensure reliable financial data and timely reporting.

Based in an SME, the role offers hands-on involvement in end-to-end processes and opportunities to optimise systems and workflows.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transactional finance roles.
• Experience managing a small team.
• SME experience preferred.
• Strong end-to-end transactional finance knowledge.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Sharp attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to drive process improvements and efficiencies.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee AP, AR and cash management activities.
• Lead a small finance team and allocate workloads.
• Ensure timely supplier payments and accurate invoicing.
• Drive process improvements and automation opportunities.
• Support month-end close and reporting with accurate data.
• Maintain robust financial controls and audit trails.
• Oversee finance systems and upgrades.

Skills

Team leadership

AP management

AR management

Cash management

Process improvement

Financial analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

AAT/ACCA/CIMA/ACA preferred

Tools

Finance systems

Job description

The Transactional Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring the efficient processing of all transactional activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management.

This role will lead a small finance team, drive process improvements, and ensure robust financial controls are in place.

Key Responsibilities

Team Management

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of three transactional finance staff.
• Allocate workloads and ensure deadlines are consistently met.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide ongoing coaching and support.

Accounts Payable (AP)

• Oversee purchase ledger processes, including invoice processing, approvals, and payment runs.
• Ensure supplier payments are accurate and made on time.
• Manage supplier relationships and resolve escalated issues.

Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Oversee sales ledger, billing, and collection processes.
• Monitor aged debt and drive timely collections.
• Implement effective credit control procedures to minimise bad debt.

Cash & Banking

• Manage daily cash flow and banking activities.
• Prepare short-term cash flow forecasts.
• Ensure bank reconciliations are completed accurately and on time.

Processes & Controls

• Maintain robust financial controls and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities.
• Maintain accurate financial records and audit trails.

Month-End & Reporting Support

• Support month-end close activities, including AP, AR, and bank reconciliations.
• Provide reporting and analysis on transactional finance activities.
• Work closely with the Finance Director to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data.

Systems

• Oversee finance systems used for transactional processing.
• Support finance system upgrades, improvements, and implementations where required.

Key Requirements

Experience

• Proven experience in a transactional finance role, such as AP Manager, AR Manager, Transactional Finance Manager, or Finance Manager.
• Previous experience managing or supervising a small team.
• Experience working within an SME environment is preferred.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end transactional finance processes.
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to identify opportunities for process improvement and drive efficiencies.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective internal and external relationships.

Qualifications

• AAT qualified or part-qualified ACCA, CIMA, or ACA preferred.
• Relevant practical experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timeliness and accuracy of accounts payable and accounts receivable processing.
• Reduction in aged debtors and overdue balances.
• Accuracy of reconciliations and financial records.
• Delivery of process efficiency improvements and automation initiatives.
• Team performance, engagement, and development.

Personal Attributes

• Hands-on and proactive approach.
• Strong problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced SME environment.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and team-oriented.