Job Title: TransactionalFinance Lead (9-Month FTC)
Start Date: End of May / Early June
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (9 Months)
Location: Caerphilly
About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Transactional Finance Lead to join a fast-paced, global brand on a 9-month fixed-term contract. This is a key leadership role overseeing the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable function across multiple currencies and jurisdictions.
You will lead a team of 5 AP/AR Clerks, ensuring the efficient, accurate, and timely processing of high-volume transactional activity while driving process improvement and maintaining strong financial controls.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic international environment and enjoys combining hands-on technical finance work with people leadership.
Key Responsibilities*Lead, coach, and develop a team of 5 AP/AR Clerks
*Oversee end-to-end Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes
*Ensure accurate processing of multi-currency transactions across a global ledger
*Manage supplier and customer ledger integrity, reconciliations, and ageing reports
*Oversee payment runs, cash allocation, and credit control activities
*Maintain strong financial controls and compliance with internal policies
*Support month-end close processes, including accruals and reconciliations
*Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities
*Act as key liaison between Finance, Procurement, and external stakeholders
*Support audits and respond to internal/external queries efficiently
About You*Proven experience in a Transactional Finance Lead / Supervisor / Manager role
*Strong background in AP and AR management within a multi-currency environment
*Experience leading and developing small finance teams
*Strong understanding of accounting principles and transactional controls
*Confident working in a fast-paced, global or multi-entity business
*Strong Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite or similar)
What We Offer*Opportunity to work with a recognised global brand
*Exposure to international finance operations and complex multi-currency environment
*Collaborative and supportive finance team culture
*Hybrid working flexibility
*Competitive day rate / salary (dependent on experience)