Finance Transactions Manager - Interim
Hereford hybrid working
Excellent day rate depending on experience.
Are you an experienced finance professional with a passion for operational excellence and team leadership? We're looking for a Finance Transactions Manager to lead the delivery of high-performing finance operations in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment.
Based near Hereford, this interim role offers hybrid working and flexible hours, giving you the autonomy to work in a way that suits your lifestyle while making a measurable impact on our business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the end-to-end delivery of core finance services including Accounts Payable, Credit Control & Billing, General Ledger, Fixed Assets, and Cash Management.
- Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting in line with statutory and internal deadlines.
- Maintain robust internal controls and ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and audit requirements.
- Use financial data and analytics to monitor performance, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement.
- Lead on system optimisation and automation within finance operations (e.g. ERP enhancements, workflow tools).
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Finance, HR, Procurement, etc.) to ensure seamless service integration across the business.
- Develop and manage KPIs/SLAs for service delivery and ensure a strong customer service ethos across the team.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes by ensuring the integrity and accuracy of underlying data.
Key Skills & Experience:
- Exposure to AI reporting would be advantage but not essential
- Strong technical knowledge of core finance functions
- Experience managing all transactional operational processes, month-end processes, reconciliations, and statutory reporting.
- Proficient in ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Dynamics) and confident with financial reporting tools and Excel.
- Track record of driving process improvements and implementing digital tools to enhance finance operations.
- Excellent leadership and team development skills.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving abilities.
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