Transactional Finance Manager

Robert Walters UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established organization is seeking a dedicated Transactional Finance Manager to join their expanding finance team in Manchester. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional with strong leadership skills and a comprehensive background in transactional finance. You will oversee the day-to-day operations of Accounts Payable and Receivable, ensuring precision and efficiency while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders. The company values employee growth and offers a supportive work environment, making it an ideal place for those looking to advance their careers in finance. If you are proactive and detail-oriented, this position could be your next great opportunity.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Inclusive culture

Teamwork and collaboration

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transactional finance and managing a small finance team.
• Strong understanding of AP and AR processes with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of Accounts Payable and Receivable functions.
• Drive efficiencies and ensure compliance with financial policies.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Mindset

Attention to Detail

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

Experience in Transactional Finance

Experience Managing a Finance Team

Tools

Finance Systems

Excel

Job description

Our client is seeking a dedicated Transactional Finance Manager to join their expanding finance team in Manchester City Centre. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone with robust leadership skills, a comprehensive background in transactional finance, and a passion for process enhancement. You will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, ensuring precision, efficiency, and compliance across the team.

• Opportunity to lead and support a small team
• Oversee all transactional finance processes
• Drive efficiencies within the team

What you'll do:

As a Transactional Finance Manager, you will play a pivotal role in our client's growing finance team. Your primary responsibility will be to manage the daily operations of the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions. This includes overseeing supplier payments, invoice processing, bank reconciliations, customer collections, and more. You will also be tasked with maintaining strong relationships with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers/customers. Your proactive approach will be crucial in reviewing current processes and controls to drive efficiencies within the team.

• Manage and support a small team; providing guidance, training, and regular performance feedback
• Oversee all transactional finance processes including supplier payments, invoice processing, bank reconciliations, and customer collections
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices and payment runs
• Monitor customer accounts and support effective credit control to reduce aged debt
• Maintain and develop strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers/customers
• Review and improve current processes and controls, driving efficiencies within the team
• Support month-end close processes related to AP and AR, including reconciliations and reporting
• Act as the first point of escalation for queries or disputes
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Assist with audit preparation and year-end reporting as required

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for this Transactional Finance Manager position brings proven experience in a similar role along with previous experience managing or supervising a small finance team. You possess a strong understanding of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes. Your excellent organisational skills coupled with your ability to communicate effectively make you an asset to any team. You are confident working with finance systems and have intermediate to advanced Excel skills. Your ability to work under pressure while managing competing deadlines sets you apart from others. Lastly, your proactive, problem-solving mindset and strong attention to detail will be key to your success in this role.

• Proven experience in a similar transactional finance or finance operations role
• Previous experience managing or supervising a small finance team
• Strong understanding of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Confident in working with finance systems and Excel (intermediate to advanced level)
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing deadlines
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with strong attention to detail

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a well-established organisation that values their employees and offers a supportive work environment. They are committed to providing opportunities for professional growth and development. Their inclusive culture encourages teamwork and collaboration. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that values its employees and provides a rewarding work experience.