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Accounting Transactional Services Manager

Hays PLC

Bristol

Hybrid

GBP 45,000 - 48,000

Full time

19 days ago

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An established industry player is seeking an Accounting Transactional Services Manager for a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role involves supervising a team, managing ledger processes, and ensuring compliance with regulations. You will play a crucial role in financial reporting and continuous improvement initiatives. With a hybrid working model, you will only need to be in the office one day a week, making this an attractive opportunity for those seeking flexibility. If you have a passion for accounting and team leadership, this role offers the chance to make a significant impact while potentially leading to a permanent position.

Hybrid working opportunity

Free onsite parking

Potential for permanent opportunity

Extensive experience in managing purchase and sales ledgers in a P2P environment.
Proven expertise in team leadership and resolving supplier queries.

Supervise a team of five accounts assistants for smooth operations.
Oversee sales and purchase ledger processes for accuracy and efficiency.
Manage supplier payments and monitor cash flow forecasts.

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Detail-oriented

Proactive Approach

Stakeholder Management

Professional Accountancy Qualification (AAT)

ACCA/CIMA Certification (in progress)

Microsoft Excel

Financial Reporting Systems

Accounting Transactional Services Manager

Accounting Transactional Services Manager - 6-month FTC

Your new company

Hays is working with an organisation in North-East Bristol who are looking for an Accounting Transactional Services Manager on a 6-month FTC. Pay for the role is £45,000-48,000 (pro rata). You will be required to be in the office, 1 day a week, on Tuesdays. Duties of the role include:

Supervise a team of five accounts assistants, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
Oversee comprehensive sales and purchase ledger processes, maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
Manage supplier payments, ensuring proper authorisation and compliance with VAT regulations.
Monitor cash flow forecasts and contribute to insightful financial reporting.
Lead supplier statement reconciliations, promptly addressing and escalating discrepancies.
Oversee and enhance employee expense and corporate credit card management processes.
Assist with month-end activities, including reviewing accruals and payroll journals.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives for financial transaction processes.
Recruit, train, and manage team members, fostering their professional growth and performance.

What you'll need to succeed

Hold a professional accountancy qualification (AAT) or are currently pursuing ACCA/CIMA certification.
Extensive experience in managing purchase and sales ledgers within a P2P purchase ordering environment.
Proven expertise in team leadership, resolving supplier queries, and reconciling control accounts.
Advanced proficiency in IT tools, particularly Microsoft Excel and various financial reporting systems.
Demonstrates a detail-oriented and proactive approach, with a strong focus on driving continuous improvements.
Excellent communication skills paired with robust stakeholder management capabilities.

What you'll get in return