Head of Finance - Transactional

Job Title: Head of Transactional FinanceBusiness Entity: Confidential (UK Division)Location: West MidlandsSalary: £60-£65K + Benefits

Role OverviewThis is an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic and growing finance team at a pivotal time for the business. As the Head of Transactional Finance, you will be responsible for leading a sizable team within Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP), driving operational excellence, and implementing cutting-edge technologies and process improvements. You will play a critical role in transforming the finance function, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and alignment with the business’s strategic goals. This is a leadership role where your influence will shape the future of our finance operations.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and inspire a sizable team across both AR and AP functions, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Develop, mentor, and manage a team of diverse talents, setting clear objectives and encouraging continuous development and improvement.
• Drive performance management plans, creating a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Build a collaborative, inclusive team environment that motivates individuals to thrive while meeting both departmental and business goals.

Driving Process Improvement & Efficiency

• Take ownership of identifying and implementing process improvements across AR and AP workflows, focusing on reducing inefficiencies and optimizing productivity.
• Leverage cutting-edge technologies to streamline financial operations, automate repetitive tasks, and drive innovation.
• Work closely with the wider finance team and cross-functional partners to document and standardize best practices, ensuring that operations are streamlined and aligned with the company’s objectives.

Cutting-Edge Tech & Innovation

• Champion the use of advanced financial systems and tools, utilizing the latest technologies to improve accuracy and reporting efficiency.
• Oversee the implementation of new tech solutions aimed at driving efficiency, reducing manual work, and delivering real-time financial insights.
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to ensure the successful integration of new platforms and systems.

Cash Collection & Credit Control

• Lead efforts in managing aged debtors and resolve complex credit issues, working cross-functionally to ensure prompt collections and minimise risk.
• Monitor and report on AR performance, ensuring all metrics are met, and communicate results to senior leadership.
• Continuously refine the cash collection process to improve the team’s effectiveness and reduce outstanding debt.

Purchase Ledger Leadership

• Oversee the AP team, ensuring that all invoicing, supplier reconciliations, and payments are completed on time and accurately.
• Drive improvements in supplier management processes and oversee the accurate matching of goods received, delivery notes, and invoices.
• Ensure all aspects of the AP process are automated, where possible, for greater efficiency.

Finance Support & Month-End Routine

• Lead the smooth running of the month-end process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting for AR and AP.
• Manage intercompany reconciliations and ensure all financial entries are aligned for seamless trial balance submission.
• Take ownership of cash flow monitoring and bank reconciliations across all currencies to support decision-making and meet business needs.

Why Join Now?This is a pivotal time to join the organisation as it embarks on an exciting phase of growth and transformation. You will have the opportunity to influence and shape the future of a high-performing finance team while introducing innovative technologies that will streamline operations and improve outcomes. As the Head of Transactional Finance, you will be at the forefront of a transformation, playing a key role in a forward-thinking company.

Salary & Benefits

• £60,000 - £65,000 base salary
• Hybrid working policy, with an emphasis on onsite presence due to the leadership nature of the role
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Employee benefits platform, product discounts, and pension scheme (EE 5%, ER 4%)
• Employee assistance programme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Life Assurance

Interview Process

• Stage 1: Interview with Simon Lowe (Seymour John)
• Stage 2: Teams or onsite meeting with Finance Leadership and HR
• Stage 3: Onsite interview with Finance Leadership and MD

Seymour John has been exclusively appointed to manage the recruitment process on behalf of the company.