Finance Operations Manager

Equifind; Slough; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Equifind are delighted to partner with a large logistics business based in Slough to appoint a Finance Operations Manager who will lead a 20-person team across AR, AP and Payroll, ensuring accurate processing and strong controls.

You will report to the Head of Finance, drive period-end close, cashflow management, system improvements and provide insightful management information to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with solid financial operations experience.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge.
• Inclusive leader who can motivate, develop and inspire teams.
• Excellent communicator with strong relationship-building and influencing skills.
• Highly organised, proactive and emotionally intelligent.

Responsibilities

• Oversee AR, AP and Payroll to ensure accurate, timely and compliant processing.
• Work closely with the Head of Finance to deliver smooth period-end close.
• Strengthen internal controls, systems and processes across finance operations.
• Lead credit reviews, reduce aged debt and minimise financial risk.
• Manage payroll and pensions, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Own the cash management cycle and deliver reliable short- and medium-term cashflow forecasts.
• Identify risks, opportunities and improvements in working capital performance.
• Continuously review and enhance financial systems, controls and workflows.

Skills

Team leadership

Financial operations

Accounts receivable

Accounts payable

Payroll

Cashflow management

Education

Qualified accountant

Job description

Finance Operations Manager

Equifind are delighted to be partnering with a large logistics business, based in Slough, who have created a new position in their finance team.

You will lead a team of 20, across Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Payroll, driving operational excellence, strong financial controls and a culture of continuous improvement.

You will report to the Head of Finance and work closely with the rest of the finance team.

What You’ll Be Doing

Leading People & Building a Great Team

• Support, coach and develop a team of 20 across AR, AP and Payroll.
• Hold regular check‑ins, 3/6‑month reviews and team meetings.
• Create a positive, inclusive environment focused on wellbeing, growth and accountability.
• Help teams become more self‑sufficient, confident and high‑performing.

Owning Finance Operations

• Oversee AR, AP and Payroll to ensure accurate, timely and compliant processing.
• Work closely with the Head of Finance to deliver smooth period‑end close.
• Strengthen internal controls, systems and processes across finance operations.
• Lead credit reviews, reduce aged debt and minimise financial risk.
• Manage payroll and pensions, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Driving Cashflow & Working Capital

• Own the cash management cycle and deliver reliable short‑and medium‑term cashflow forecasts.
• Identify risks, opportunities and improvements in working capital performance.

Improving Systems & Processes

• Continuously review and enhance financial systems, controls and workflows.
• Lead testing and implementation of new processes, accounting routines and system changes.
• Partner with the Riga Shared Service Centre to ensure smooth collaboration and service delivery.

Reporting & Business Insight

• Produce clear, accurate management accounts and financial information for internal and external stakeholders.
• Investigate variances, highlight risks and recommend improvements.
• Support internal and external audits, statutory accounts and tax processes.
• Provide oversight of inventory, stock checks and asset protection.

Supporting Wider Finance Strategy

• Work with the Head of Finance on strategic, operational and ad‑hoc projects.
• Lead change initiatives that improve efficiency, controls and business performance.

About You

• Qualified accountant with solid financial operations experience
• Strong technical accounting knowledge
• Inclusive leader who can motivate, develop and inspire teams
• Excellent communicator with strong relationship‑building and influencing skills
• Highly organised, proactive and emotionally intelligent