Finance Process Manager - Transactional finance Manager £50-55,000. Hybrid working 3 days on site Your new role We are seeking an experienced Finance Process Manager to lead the core finance processing and treasury functions of a Public Sector client in the area. This role plays a vital part in ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and effective cash and treasury management.Reporting to the Deputy Director of Finance, you will manage a multi‑disciplinary finance processing team and take responsibility for key areas including treasury management, accounts payable and receivable, payroll reconciliation, VAT, pensions, month‑end and year‑end accounts, and audit liaison.Key ResponsibilitiesManage daily cash and treasury operations, including investments, bank transfers and cash flow forecastingMonitor cash flow against forecasts and provide short‑ and medium‑term investment projectionsLead and develop Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams, ensuring timely processing, reconciliation and debt recoveryManage supplier payments exceeding £1m per week, purchase cards, petty cash and selected expense claimsReconcile payroll journals to HR records and resolve discrepanciesOversee VAT compliance, including preparation of monthly VAT returns and refundsManage receipt and reconciliation of Precept income and Government Grants totalling approximately £96mPlay a key role in month‑end and year‑end accounts, including accruals, prepayments and audit deliverables.Act as main point of contact for internal and external auditors on finance processing mattersMaintain Finance Process procedures and ensure compliance with financial regulationsManage system access and authorisations within the Unit4 ERP financial systemLead, motivate and develop teams while managing people‑related matters professionally and fairly.What you'll need to succeed Strong experience in financial accounting, including VAT legislation and treasury managementExtensive experience of managing a finance processing environmentProven experience in accounts payable and accounts receivable, including resolving day‑to‑day issuesExperience of cash management, payments and investments using web‑based banking systemsExperience managing month‑end and year‑end processes, including audit schedules and deliverablesExperience working with internal and external auditors and implementing process improvementsExperience of process improvement and supporting new finance system implementations (desirable)Experience using invoice capture / OCR systems and Unit4 ERP (desirable)Understanding of the public sector environment, including financial accountability and procurement systemsWhat you'll get in return Competitive salary and local government benefits packageHybrid working opportunities - 3 days in the officeExcellent pension schemeOpportunity to work in a role with genuine public value and impactSupportive environment focused on continuous improvement and developmentWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. # 4761307