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Transactional Finance Manager

Transactional Finance Manager

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Nelson, Lancashire BB96NU, England

Full Time

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We are seeking a Transactional Finance Manager for a high-growth FMCG business located in Nelson, Lancashire, offering a hybrid work model of 3 days in-office and 2 days working from home.
The position comes with a salary of £40,000 plus benefits and requires strong experience in accounts payable and/or credit control.
In this hands-on leadership role, you will manage a team of 6-7, focusing primarily on credit control and purchase ledger functions.
Key responsibilities include overseeing the end-to-end accounts receivable and payable processes, driving performance improvements, and supporting financial operations.
Candidates should have a proven track record in managing and developing teams, and be comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Location: Hybrid - 3 days in Nelson (Lancashire), 2 days WFHSalary: £40,000 + BenefitsSector: FMCG / Food DistributionTurnover: £80m+

We’re recruiting a Transactional Finance Manager for a high-growth FMCG business supplying premium food products across the UK.

You’ll lead a team of 6-7 across credit control and purchase ledger, with around 80% of the workload focused on sales ledger. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll be responsible for driving performance, improving processes, and supporting the business with strong financial operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the end-to-end accounts receivable and payable functions
Lead credit control: onboarding customers, setting limits, chasing debt, resolving issues
Oversee AP: invoice processing, approvals, payment runs, reconciliations, and supplier relationships
Support and develop the team, creating a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
Produce reporting including aged debt, cash forecasts, and supplier performance metrics
Work closely with the Financial Controller on systems and process enhancements
Contribute to smooth month-end close with accurate ledger reviews and journals

What We’re Looking For:

Strong experience across accounts payable and/or credit control
Track record of managing and developing teams
Confident working in a high-volume, fast-moving environment
Skilled in using ERPs
Proactive, organised, and comfortable engaging with both customers and suppliers

Benefits:

£35,000 - £40,000
Hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 WFH)
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
A growing, ambitious business with a collaborative culture

If you’re ready to take the lead in a visible, impactful role - we’d love to hear from you.Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

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