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Transactional Finance Lead
We are seeking a Transactional Finance Lead to lead and implement transformative accounting and finance processes. This role is based in Manchester and focuses on driving improvements within the manufacturing industry.
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This is an exciting opportunity to join a global Manufacturing firm based in state of the art offices in Wythenshawe. The role is joining a newly created Transformation team within the Finance function to support the roll out of a number of projects over the next 2 years. This company are a highly sought after organisation to work for with excellent benefits.
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The Transactional Finance Lead role is initially a 2 year fixed term contract and will be based in Wythenshawe Manchester- 3 days per week in the office/2 remote. Reporting to the Finance Transformation lead Key responsibilities will include:
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In Order To Apply For The Role You Should
- Have previous experience in a Transactional Finance project or Management role
- Extensive Accounts Payable/receivable process experience
- Have experience of SAP S/4HANA system
- Be able to consider a 2 year fixed term contract
- Be able to commute 3 days per week to Wythenshawe office site in Manchester
Job Offer
- Opportunity to join global business on a key transformation project
- Hybrid working- 3 days in office/2 remote
- Bonus
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