Group Transactions Manager

Avenues Group; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A values-driven organisation is seeking a Group Transactions Manager to lead transactional finance teams that ensure efficient payments and cash collection. The ideal candidate will have qualifications as a CIMA/ACCA accountant, experience overseeing payroll, and strong expertise in cashflow management. This role offers a hybrid work model and the chance to significantly influence the future of the finance function in an organisation dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of disabled and autistic people.

Benefits

Flexible working

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in a senior accounting role.
• Experience leading transactional teams and managing payroll.
• Expertise in cashflow management and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Lead transactional finance teams ensuring seamless payments and billing.
• Focus on cashflow management and financial reporting.
• Manage high-performing efficient teams and processes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Excel skills

Education

Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA)

Tools

Accounting systems

Job description

Group Transactions Manager - Be a part of an organisation making a difference!

Location: Hybrid with office base in Sidcup, Kent

Hours: Permanent, Full time – 37 hours per week

Salary: £43,000 - £44,000 per annum

Are you looking to lead a critical finance function and make a real impact? We’re looking for a Group Transactions Manager to play a key role in shaping the future of our finance function.

About the Role

We are seeking a Group Transactions Manager to lead our transactional finance teams and ensure seamless delivery of payments, billing, and cash collection across the organisation. This pivotal role will focus on leading and managing high‑performing, efficient teams and processes that support our financial operations. You’ll be the driving force behind our Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger, and Payroll teams.

This isn’t just about managing numbers—it’s about leading people, improving processes, and building strong relationships across the organisation. You’ll play a key role in cashflow management, payroll operations, and financial reporting.

About Us

At Avenues Group, we are a values‑driven organisation who believe in creating opportunities for disabled and autistic people to live the life they choose. When you join us, you become part of a community that cares deeply about making a positive difference—not just for the people we support, but for every member of our team.

What we’re looking for

• Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA) with at least 2 years in a senior accounting role.
• Proven experience leading transactional teams and managing payroll in a large organisation.
• Expertise in cashflow management, reconciliations, and process redesign.
• Experience of redesign and change management within teams.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with accounting systems.

For more information on the role and what we are looking for, please see the attached role profile.

Why Join Us?

As we prepare to launch our new organisational strategy in April 2026, this is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of our finance function.

We offer flexible working, meaningful perks that value your time, energy and wellbeing, and the chance to be part of something that truly changes lives. Plus, we offer ongoing professional development to help you grow and thrive in your career.

As part of our commitment to the “Disability Confident Scheme”, candidates who declare a disability, and meet the key criteria for this role, will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at interview stage.

Ready to make a difference?

If you’re excited by the idea of using your expertise to help shape the future of social care and our organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and help shape the future of our financial operations.

For an informal chat about the role, contact our recruitment team today or apply now and we will be in touch.

We may close the advert earlier than stated if we experience a high level of applications.