Finance Operations Manager - Gifford and Partners : Job Details

Are you ready to step into a pivotal Finance Manager role where your leadership will shape a high-performing finance team? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a values-driven business on an exciting growth journey and one that truly values collaboration and continuous improvement.

This is more than just a finance role, it's about driving operational excellence across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, bank reconciliations, and wider finance operations.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a skilled and motivated transactional finance team
• Oversee day-to-day AP/AR operations and ensure accuracy in reconciliations
• Own the improvement of invoice processing and cash collection
• Collaborate closely with practices to ensure timely debt recovery and compliance
• Minimise non-PO invoices and support best practice implementation
• Maintain robust control over key client accounts, and corporate debt positions
• Foster a positive and productive team culture, ensuring workload balance and growth

What we are looking for:

• Demonstrable experience in transactional finance or financial operations
• Previous team leadership or mentoring experience
• AAT Qualified or similar with people management exposure
• Strong attention to detail and a love of improving processes
• Comfortable using finance systems and excel
• A proactive, positive approach and genuine desire to develop others

What's In It for You

• Hybrid working model
• A supportive, inclusive culture where people genuinely come first
• A chance to put your mark on a growing, progressive finance function
• Real opportunities for career development and autonomy
• Work for a business that's passionate about making a positive impact, inside and out

Ready to Take the Lead?

If you're looking for a role that offers more than just routine reporting, where your ideas and energy will be valued from day one, we'd love to hear from you.