Finance Operations Manager - Global Events Company - Paying £55,000 - £60,000 (Hybrid Role) - London Offices
 
An established leader in global B2B events and media platforms is seeking a UK-based Finance Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day transactional finance functions across a diverse brand portfolio.
 
This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for ensuring operational excellence in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Credit Control, and Payroll.
 
The role manages a distributed team of six (three based in London and three in South Africa) and will initially focus on supporting one of our fastest-growing portfolios. With ongoing growth and integration across the business, this position offers long-term potential for broader responsibilities.
 
Seeking a proactive and strategic finance professional with a passion for operational excellence and team leadership. You must enjoy solving problems, improving systems, and collaborating cross-functionally in a dynamic environment.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and lead the UK & SA Finance Operations team (AP, AR, Credit Control, Payroll)
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly transaction postings in the ERP system (AiQ)
• Oversee the end-to-end payroll process and vendor payment authorisation
• Drive collections performance in line with agreed terms
• Identify and implement process improvements and operational efficiencies
• Collaborate on ERP integration projects alongside the Financial Controller
• Support the UK annual audit process
• Communicate financial performance clearly to internal stakeholders and support non-financial teams
• Carry out ad hoc finance-related duties as required

Key Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Finance Operations or similar role
• Proven team leadership experience across AR, AP, Payroll, or related functions
• Strong knowledge of cloud-based accounting platforms (ERP experience essential)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Strong organisational and analytical skills with high attention to detail

If this sounds like you please do get in touch here or via my email bertie.cox@tracerecruit.com.
  
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