Full job descriptionReed Accountancy & Finance are exclusively partnering with an established client in the Crawley area who are seeking a Finance Operations Manager to lead their transactional finance team during an exciting period of continued growth.
Reporting to the Finance Director, you’ll manage the day-to-day finance operations across Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, banking, payroll support and financial controls. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring someone who can develop people, drive process improvements and ensure efficient, well-controlled finance operations across a multi-site business.
Key Responsibilities
*Lead, coach and develop a team of five transactional finance professionals.
*Oversee accounts receivable, billing, credit control and aged debt management.
*Manage accounts payable processes, supplier payments and reconciliations.
*Maintain strong cash management and daily bank reconciliation controls.
*Support payroll, commissions and expenses processes.
*Drive continuous improvement across finance systems, processes and controls.
*Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the wider business.
About You
*Proven experience managing a transactional finance team within an SME environment.
*Strong background across AP, AR, bank reconciliations and payroll support.
*Experience improving finance processes, controls and team performance.
*Hands-on leadership style with excellent communication skills.
*Proactive, organised and solutions-focused.
Desirable
*Experience within a contract billing or recurring revenue environment.
*Multi-site team management experience.
*Knowledge of Business Central or Xero
Benefits
*25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
*Additional birthday leave
*Private healthcare
*Death in Service cover
*Income Protection
If you’re an experienced finance leader looking for a role where you can make a real impact in a growing and successful business, we’d love to hear from you so apply now!