Accounts Payable & Receivable Manager

We are proud to be partnering with a household name based on the outskirts of Reading who are seeking an experienced accounts payable & receivable manager (transactional finance manager) to join their existing finance team. Offering superb benefits, flexible working arrangements (2 days in office pw) and the opportunity to work with a hugely respected brand.

This role is initially offered on a contract basis but there is absolutely the opportunity for this to become permanent for the right individual. You will need to demonstrate significant people management experience as well as some form of accounting qualification, be that AAT/CICM/CIMA/ACCA or other relevant certificate.

Responsibilities:

• Manage, support, develop and train a team of 12 staff across accounts payable and receivable
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with team members and suppliers alike
• Prepare weekly and monthly reporting as well as continuous development of current tools
• Developing new reports for improved visibility and decision making, including KPI reports where necessary
• Supporting with projects to ensure compliance and optimal controls are in place
• Responsible for payment runs, UK and multi-currency as well as employee expense management
• Acts as super user for accounting platform
• Support the financial controller in developing best practices, improving process and documenting procedures
• Undertake regular staff appraisals and review meetings
• Assess the structure of the team, appoint team leaders as/when required

This is effectively a blank canvass for an experienced transactional finance manager, offering the successful candidate the chance to join a well established organisation and affect change.