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 Responsibilities
*Manage daily cash and treasury operations, including investments, bank transfers and cash flow forecasting
*Monitor cash flow against forecasts and provide short- and medium-term investment projections
*Lead and develop Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams, ensuring timely processing, reconciliation and debt recovery
*Manage supplier payments exceeding £1m per week, purchase cards, petty cash and selected expense claims
*Reconcile payroll journals to HR records and resolve discrepancies
*Oversee VAT compliance, including preparation of monthly VAT returns and refunds
*Manage receipt and reconciliation of Precept income and Government Grants totalling approximately £96m
*Play 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 matters
*Maintain Finance Process procedures and ensure compliance with financial regulations
*Manage system access and authorisations within the Unit4 ERP financial system
*Lead, 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 management
*Extensive experience of managing a finance processing environment
*Proven experience in accounts payable and accounts receivable, including resolving day-to-day issues
*Experience of cash management, payments and investments using web-based banking systems
*Experience managing month-end and year-end processes, including audit schedules and deliverables
*Experience working with internal and external auditors and implementing process improvements
*Experience 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 systems
What you’ll get in return
*Competitive salary and local government benefits package
*Hybrid working opportunities - 3 days in the office
*Excellent pension scheme
*Opportunity to work in a role with genuine public value and impact
*Supportive environment focused on continuous improvement and development
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