Interim Transaction/AP Team Leader

We’re looking for a proactive and experienced AP/Transactions Manager to join our client based in Central Burnley on an Interim basis. The organisation is about to start Year End, so an additional experienced pair of hands with a strong Purchase Ledger / Transactional processing background is key to what the company needs. The role is based on site, so being a commutable distance from Burnley is required.

THE ROLE

The role will be hands on within an experienced Transactions Team. Not only will you ensure financial transactions across Accounts Payable & Receivables are processed efficiently, accurately, and in line with internal controls and policies, but you will also be getting involved in all aspects of processing and reconciliation work within the transactional finance area.

Key Priorities:

• Oversee Accounts Payable & Receivable for multiple group companies
• Ensure smooth delivery of transactional processes, VAT accounting and balance sheet reconciliations
• Year End, hands-on AP transactional processing within the systems and associated reconciliations to ensure speed and efficiency
• Manage a small team of 5, supporting team development and high engagement
• Produce monthly KPIs and reporting to drive performance and insight

What you will need

• Strong experience in transaction accounting and financial controls
• Confident with credit control, VAT, and intercompany accounting
• Skilled in Excel, ERP systems, and finance self-service tools
• People leadership and process improvement expertise
• AAT qualified or QBE (Qualified by Experience)

You need to be immediately available or on short notice as this a a temporary position