Transactions Manager

Your new companyA well-established, private-sector organisation in the manufacturing industry is seeking a dedicated Transactions Manager to join their dynamic team based near Burnley. With a national workforce and a legacy spanning over 60 years, this company has earned a fantastic reputation as a key supplier to the UK's top clients. They pride themselves on employee values and have an excellent culture as a business. Your new role

• Monitor and manage accounts receivable, ensuring timely collection of outstanding invoices.
• Conduct credit checks and set appropriate credit limits for new and existing customers.
• Proactively chase overdue accounts via phone, email, and written communication.
• Resolve customer billing disputes and work closely with the sales and customer service teams to address queries.
• Provide regular aged debt reports, cash forecasts, and risk assessments to senior management.
• Implement and improve credit control procedures to minimise bad debts and improve cash flow.
• Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice entry, approvals, and payment runs.
• Ensure accurate posting of purchase invoices, credit notes, and supplier reconciliations.
• Manage relationships with key suppliers, handling queries and ensuring timely payments while maximising payment terms.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Support month-end close with accruals, prepayments, and ledger reviews.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, internal controls, and company policies in all financial operations and decision-making processes.

What you'll need to succeed

• 3+ years in a transactional finance role with a focus on credit control and purchase ledger.
• Proficient in accounting/ERP systems (e.g., Sage, NetSuite, SAP) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence in handling suppliers and customers directly.
• Strong attention to detail, organisation, and time management.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams and provide support to the Transactions team.
• Experience leading a teamWhat you'll get in return
• 33 days annual leave
• Hybrid working with flexibility of start and finish times
• Full-time permanent opportunity
• Volunteering and charity days
• Cycle to work scheme
• Training, progression and study support opportunities
• Holiday purchase scheme (after one year's service)

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