Head of Transactional Finance - Lancing

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Lancing; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Holiday increases

Volunteer days

Training & development

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work

EV charging points

Team socials

Job summary

Agena Group in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of Transactional Finance to oversee all transactional finance activity across the group, including accounts payable, bank reconciliations, supplier and inter-systems reconciliations, and the NetSuite general ledger.

The role leads a four-person team, drives automation and AI initiatives, supports month-end and audit, and strengthens the control environment while delivering robust financial data as the single source of truth.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Proven experience leading and developing finance teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong background in transactional finance, including accounts payable, reconciliations and financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end accounts payable, timely payments and cash management.
• Oversee reconciliations (bank, supplier, intercompany) and controllership.
• Drive data integrity and governance across financial systems.

Skills

Qualified accountant

Finance leadership

Automation & AI mindset

Stakeholder management

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Location: Hybrid / Lancing, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Finance & Legal | Financial Operations
Annual Salary range:from £ 85,000.00 to £ 100,000.00

Company Description

As the UK's leading parking and technology-enabled management group, we support more than 9,000 locations across housing, healthcare, education and commercial estates. We're proud to be Carbon Neutral Britain certified and committed to creating positive outcomes for our clients, communities and colleagues alike. We're growing quickly, investing heavily in technology and expanding into new sectors, creating exciting opportunities for people who want to make an impact and be part of something ambitious. Why not join us?

Position

The Head of Transactional Finance is responsible for the accurate, controlled and timely delivery of all transactional finance activity across the group, including accounts payable, bank reconciliations, supplier and inter-systems reconciliations, and the reconciliation and remittance of client parking revenue.

Beyond day-to-day delivery, the role is a key driver of the finance transformation agenda: strengthening the control environment, removing key person dependency, and establishing NetSuite as the single source of truth for financial data. The role holder leads and develops a team of four, owns the maintenance and control of the NetSuite general ledger, and plays a key part in the year-end audit process.

The role will also act as the finance function's AI and automation champion, identifying and delivering innovative technology solutions that release capacity from manual processing into higher value activity.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead the end-to-end accounts payable function, ensuring accurate invoice processing, timely payments, and effective cash management.
• Oversee bank, supplier, intercompany and system reconciliations, ensuring accuracy, strong controls, and timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Drive data integrity across financial systems, maintaining high standards of transactional accuracy, governance, and audit compliance.
• Manage the reconciliation and distribution of client parking and PCN revenue shares, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and robust audit trails.
• Oversee software supplier billing processes, ensuring accurate invoicing and efficient query resolution.
• Take ownership of the NetSuite general ledger, supporting system optimisation, automation, and the continued development of NetSuite as the group's financial source of truth.
• Support month-end, year-end and audit activities, contributing to efficient financial close and statutory reporting processes.
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing transactional finance team, driving accountability, capability development and continuous improvement.
• Champion automation, AI and process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce manual processes and enhance financial controls.
• Contribute to the wider finance transformation programme, supporting scalable processes, business growth, acquisitions and systems integration.

Who you are

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Proven experience leading and developing finance teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong background in transactional finance, including accounts payable, reconciliations and financial controls.
• Track record of delivering finance process improvements, automation and system optimisation.
• Experience supporting statutory accounts preparation and external audits.
• Strong ERP and general ledger systems experience.
• NetSuite experience, including workflows, saved searches and automation tools.
• Experience within a multi-entity, multi-currency group environment.
• Exposure to acquisitions, finance integrations and transformation programmes.

Skills and Attributes

• Passion for leveraging AI and technology to improve finance processes.
• Strong attention to detail with a robust controls and governance mindset.
• Effective people leader with the ability to coach, develop and motivate teams.
• Proactive, solution-focused approach with a continuous improvement mentality.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Adaptable and resilient, comfortable operating in a growing and evolving business environment.

Full role responsibilities and person specification details are available on the job description and will be made available at screening and interview stages.

Agena Values

• Ambitious: we aim for world class service
• Disruptive: we're here to change the industry
• Ethical: we do things for the right reasons
• Insightful: we use research to guide our decisions
• Collaborative: We're better when we work together
• Innovative: we help people see things differently

Other information about the role

Location: Lancing with hybrid flexibilities

Reports to: Finance Director

• Our selection process is as follows: Application – Competency Based Interview - 2nd stage Interview
• You must be able to legally live and work in the UK without sponsorship
• The postholder may be required to travel to external meetings on occasion by the most effective means available

We know there’s more to life than work – that’s why when you join Agena, you’ll get your pick of our amazing benefits through our Enjoy Benefits platform. That includes discounts on gym memberships, travel bookings, high street vouchers and days out. You can also benefit from Technology benefits, Wellness benefits, Health Care plans and Car Lease benefits and much more.

• Incremental holiday increases to recognise long service
• 2 volunteering days a year
• Unlock your potential with our training, learning & development, and apprenticeship options throughout your career
• Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 confidential, independent and professional counselling
• Cycle to work scheme
• EV Charging points at office locations
• Regular team/company socials
• Team events from breakfasts for charity, social drinks in your local office location to book clubs, environmental initiatives, and lunch and learns.

We are proud to be certified Carbon Neutral and hold ISO Accreditations for Quality Management, Environmental Management and Information Security Management.

We are a Mindful Employer and are committed to supporting your mental health at work.

The Agena Group are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neurodiverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment, if you need this job advert in an alternative format, or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail]

(No agency speculative contact – thank you)