Transactional Finance Manager

Robert Walters UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hospitality brand is seeking a Transactional Finance Manager in London to lead their finance team. This role offers the opportunity to improve processes through automation and efficiency initiatives in a supportive environment. Key responsibilities include managing invoices, mentoring team members, and providing strategic financial reporting. Ideal candidates will have strong Excel skills, experience with Sage accounting software is a plus, and should thrive in fast-paced settings. A commitment to collaboration and detail is essential for this exciting opportunity.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to drive process improvements through automation.
• Detail-oriented mindset with collaborative working style.
• Confidence in communicating complex financial information.
• Intermediate or advanced Excel skills for data tasks.
• Experience using Sage accounting software is advantageous.
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proven track record of mentoring junior team members.
• Comfort in fast-paced environments with strong controls.

Responsibilities

• Manage, develop, and mentor the transactional finance team.
• Maintain accurate records and control reports for audits.
• Oversee timely processing of invoices and expenses.
• Act as primary contact for transactional queries.
• Deliver monthly reporting on expenses and receivables.
• Collaborate with Financial Controller on ledger accounts.
• Provide input into cash flow forecasting processes.
• Prepare payment runs and account reconciliations.
• Assist in improving the controls environment.

Skills

Process improvements through systems automation

Data analysis with Excel

Building effective relationships

Mentoring junior team members

Tools

Sage accounting software

Job description

My client, a hospitality brand, is seeking a Transactional Finance Manager to join their thriving London-based team. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to bring your finance expertise to a product-led, high-growth environment where your passion for systems, automation, and efficiency will be highly valued. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial operations of a business renowned for its best-in-class food, innovative technology, and ambitious global expansion plans. If you are detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to make a tangible impact within a supportive and inclusive culture, this could be the next step in your career.

Responsibilities

• Manage, develop, and mentor the transactional finance team to ensure high performance and professional growth within the department.
• Maintain accurate records, control reports, and clean audit trails to support robust year-end financial audits.
• Oversee all purchase invoices, overheads invoices, and expenses postings to guarantee timely and precise processing across the business.
• Act as the primary point of contact for transactional queries from both suppliers and internal stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and swift resolution.
• Develop and deliver monthly reporting on expense management, aged receivables, and overdue payables to inform strategic decision-making.
• Ensure finalisation of accounts payable and accounts receivable-related general ledger accounts in collaboration with the Financial Controller on a monthly basis.
• Provide valuable input into monthly cash flow forecasting processes as required by senior management.
• Prepare payment runs efficiently while supervising supplier statements, account customers, and bank reconciliations at month-end for accuracy.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for review with the Financial Controller each month to maintain financial integrity.
• Assist in continuously improving the controls environment by identifying opportunities for process enhancement alongside the Financial Controller.

The Ideal Candidate

• A technically strong approach with proven ability to drive process improvements through systems automation and efficiency initiatives is essential.
• A detail-oriented mindset combined with collaborative working style enables you to build effective relationships across all levels of the organisation.
• Confidence in communicating complex financial information clearly allows you to influence senior stakeholders constructively.
• Intermediate or advanced Excel skills are preferred to manage data analysis tasks efficiently within the finance function.
• Experience using Sage accounting software would be advantageous but not mandatory for success in this role.
• Ability to perform under pressure while meeting tight deadlines ensures smooth operation during peak periods or audits.
• Proven track record of mentoring or developing junior team members demonstrates your commitment to knowledge sharing within finance teams.
• Comfort operating in fast-paced environments, building structure and implementing controls is critical for ongoing success.

Next Steps

If you are ready to take on an exciting new challenge where your expertise can truly make an impact within a supportive team environment-this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided-your next rewarding career move awaits.

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