Finance Team Manager (Transactional)

Are you ready to lead a high-performing finance team and drive excellence across transactional financial services? We're looking for an experienced Transactional Finance Manager to lead a critical function within our Council's Finance Service. Following the implementation of the Unit 4 ERPx system in April 2023, we are committed to further enhancing our processes, and we need your expertise to drive these improvements forward. 

 As Transactional Finance Manager, you will lead and continuously develop a team of staff responsible for delivering end-to-end financial services including Payroll, Income and Banking, Debtors, Creditors, Procure to Pay, Suspense Accounts, and Reconciliation. You'll ensure the service is efficient, customer-focused, and compliant with all relevant legislation and policies. This is a pivotal role where your leadership will shape financial operations, enhance internal controls, and contribute to the Council's strategic goals and community impact.  

What We're Looking For:

•          CCAB qualified accountant.

•          Proven experience in managing transactional finance functions within a complex organisation.

•          Strong leadership and people management skills.

•          Ability to drive process improvements and deliver value-for-money services.

•          36.25 hrs per week with an annual salary of £47,181 - £51,356

•          Agile working scheme with a combination of home and office working

•          34 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 38 days after 5 years (full time equivalent)

•          Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme with at least 25% employer's contribution

•          Employee benefits programme' including payback on medical, dental and optical expenses

•          Continued training and development opportunities 

Interested...? Take a look at the job pack online or please feel free to get in touch with Anna Crouch (Head of Finance & Deputy S151 Officer) at [email protected]  or call her on 01530 454492, and she will be happy to discuss this important and exciting role.

You can apply for any of our posts online at https://www.nwleics.gov.uk/pages/jobs_and_careers  

Applications must be made using the on-line application process.

Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job will be guaranteed an interview.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.  

This is an exciting time of change at NWLDC as we progress devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR). To learn more about what this means, visit: Devolution - North West Leicestershire District Council and email [email protected]  if you have any questions. 

Closing Date: Wednesday 10 September 2025