Transactional Finance Manager

Optimum Recruitment Group are proud of be working exclusively with our exciting growth client based in Wakefield to seek an experienced, operationally minded Transactional Finance Manager. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will lead, mentor, and scale the core transactional finance function. You will manage a team of 10 direct reports across specialised functions, taking full operational leadership of Purchase Ledger (AP), Credit Control (AR), multi-channel e-commerce platform reconciliations and the central finance support functions. Key responsibilities include: Operational Leadership and Team Growth Query Management Ledger Management and Balance Sheet Ownership (Sage 200) Process Improvement, Audit and Controls Cash Controls and Payment Approvals HR, Performance Management and Team Development E-Commerce and Platform Reconciliation Oversight This is a pivotal, hands-on leadership role responsible for taking creditors and debtors through to Balance Sheet level for month-end and year-end reporting in Sage 200. A major focus of this position will be setting workflow KPIs, managing dedicated accounts telephone and email channels, enforcing robust internal controls, and actively driving process automation as the business expands. This is an exciting time to join the business as it navigates a period of growth and change and will allow you to be involved in shaping the function moving forwards. You must be able to demonstrate the following skills and experiences: AAT ..... full job details .....