Strategic Client Accounting Operations Manager

Cluttons; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced pension

Life assurance

Season ticket loan

Cycle to work

Flu & eye care

EAP 24/7

Remote GP access

Discount platform

Family wellbeing policy

Job summary

Cluttons is seeking an exceptional Client Accounting Transactions Manager to lead the service delivery of Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Credit Control, Data Administration, and Cashiering. You will manage a team of Team Leaders and drive continuous process improvement across client accounting functions.

Working with the Head of Client Accounting and senior stakeholders, you will ensure robust financial controls, data integrity, and effective cash management while delivering high

Qualifications

• Experience leading operational finance or client accounting teams.
• Knowledge of A/R, A/P, credit control and data administration processes.
• Experience in a regulated or governance-focused financial environment.
• Proven ability to drive process improvements and service development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the total service delivery of the Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Credit Control, Data Administration, and Cashiering functions
• Lead and develop a team of 5 x Team Leaders (who in turn manage between 3-5 employees)
• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and maintenance of property, client, supplier, tenant, and financial data
• Provide regular management information, reporting, and insights to support decision-making
• Work collaboratively with operational leaders to support service delivery objectives
• Foster accountability and collaboration across Client Accounting teams and maintain high customer service standards
• Manage internal and external client relationships and ensure continuity of service
• Act as a senior escalation point for operational issues and service delivery challenges
• Drive cash collection and credit management practices
• Lead the implementation of new technologies and system enhancements
• Promote data governance and quality control standards
• Ensure compliance with policies, controls, and regulatory obligations

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Accounts receivable

Accounts payable

Credit control

Cashiering

Stakeholder management

Financial governance

Education

ACCA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent

Tools

TRAMPS

Job description

Cluttons is seeking an exceptional Client Accounting Transactions Manager to lead the service delivery of Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Credit Control, Data Administration, and Cashiering. You will manage a team of Team Leaders and drive continuous process improvement across client accounting functions.

Working with the Head of Client Accounting and senior stakeholders, you will ensure robust financial controls, data integrity, and effective cash management while delivering high