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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Nelson (Lancashire)
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Banking Accouting And Finance
  • Industry

    Manufacturing & Production
  • Pay

    £40,000 per annum

Monday-Friday | Full-time | Hybrid Working | 33 days annual leave

Your new company

A well-established, private-sector organisation in the manufacturing industry is seeking a dedicated Transactions Manager to join their dynamic team based near Burnley. With a national workforce and a legacy spanning over 60 years, this company has earned a fantastic reputation as a key supplier to the UK’s top clients. They pride themselves on employee values and have an excellent culture as a business.

Your new role

  • Monitor and manage accounts receivable, ensuring timely collection of outstanding invoices.

  • Conduct credit checks and set appropriate credit limits for new and existing customers.

  • Proactively chase overdue accounts via phone, email, and written communication.

  • Resolve customer billing disputes and work closely with the sales and customer service teams to address queries.

  • Provide regular aged debt reports, cash forecasts, and risk assessments to senior management.

  • Implement and improve credit control procedures to minimise bad debts and improve cash flow.

  • Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice entry, approvals, and payment runs.

  • Ensure accurate posting of purchase invoices, credit notes, and supplier reconciliations.

  • Manage relationships with key suppliers, handling queries and ensuring timely payments while maximising payment terms.

  • Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.

  • Support month-end close with accruals, prepayments, and ledger reviews.

  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations, internal controls, and company policies in all financial operations and decision-making processes.

What you'll need to succeed

  • 3+ years in a transactional finance role with a focus on credit control and purchase ledger.

  • Proficient in accounting/ERP systems (e.g., Sage, NetSuite, SAP) and Microsoft Excel.

  • Excellent communication skills and confidence in handling suppliers and customers directly.

  • Strong attention to detail, organisation, and time management.

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams and provide support to the Transactions team.

  • Experience leading a team

    What you'll get in return

  • 33 days annual leave

  • Hybrid working with flexibility of start and finish times

  • Full-time permanent opportunity
  • Volunteering and charity days
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Training, progression and study support opportunities
  • Holiday purchase scheme (after one year’s service)

What 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.

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