Head of Transactional Finance in Lancing

As the UK's leading parking and technology-enabled management group, we support more than 9,000 locations across housing, healthcare, education and commercial estates. We're proud to be Carbon Neutral Britain certified and committed to creating positive outcomes for our clients, communities and colleagues alike. We're growing quickly, investing heavily in technology and expanding into new sectors, creating exciting opportunities for people who want to make an impact and be part of something ambitious.

The Head of Transactional Finance is responsible for the accurate, controlled and timely delivery of all transactional finance activity across the group, including accounts payable, bank reconciliations, supplier and inter-systems reconciliations, and the reconciliation and remittance of client parking revenue. Beyond day-to-day delivery, the role is a key driver of the finance transformation agenda: strengthening the control environment, removing key person dependency, and establishing NetSuite as the single source of truth for financial data. The role holder leads and develops a team of four, owns the maintenance and control of the NetSuite general ledger, and plays a key part in the year-end audit process. The role will also act as the finance function's AI and automation champion, identifying and delivering innovative technology solutions that release capacity from manual processing into higher value activity.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead the end-to-end accounts payable function, ensuring accurate invoice processing, timely payments, and effective cash management.
• Oversee bank, supplier, intercompany and system reconciliations, ensuring accuracy, strong controls, and timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Drive data integrity across financial systems, maintaining high standards of transactional accuracy, governance, and audit compliance.
• Manage the reconciliation and distribution of client parking and PCN revenue shares, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and robust audit trails.
• Oversee software supplier billing processes, ensuring accurate invoicing and efficient query resolution.
• Take ownership of the NetSuite general ledger, supporting system optimisation, automation, and the continued development of NetSuite as the group's financial source of truth.
• Support month-end, year-end and audit activities, contributing to efficient financial close and statutory reporting processes.
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing transactional finance team, driving accountability, capability development and continuous improvement.
• Champion automation, AI and process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce manual processes and enhance financial controls.
• Contribute to the wider finance transformation programme, supporting scalable processes, business growth, acquisitions and systems integration.

Who you are

Essential

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Proven experience leading and developing finance teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong background in transactional finance, including accounts payable, reconciliations and financial controls.
• Track record of delivering finance process improvements, automation and system optimisation.
• Experience supporting statutory accounts preparation and external audits.
• Strong ERP and general ledger systems experience.

Desirable

• NetSuite experience, including workflows, saved searches and automation tools.
• Experience within a multi-entity, multi-currency group environment.
• Exposure to acquisitions, finance integrations and transformation programmes.

Skills and Attributes

• Passion for leveraging AI and technology to improve finance processes.
• Strong attention to detail with a robust controls and governance mindset.
• Effective people leader with the ability to coach, develop and motivate teams.
• Proactive, solution-focused approach with a continuous improvement mentality.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Adaptable and resilient, comfortable operating in a growing and evolving business environment.

Other information about the role

• Salary: £85,000 - £100,000 per annum
• Hours: 40 per week; Monday - Friday
• Location: Lancing with hybrid flexibilities
• Reports to: Finance Director

Benefits

• Incremental holiday increases to recognise long service
• 2 volunteering days a year
• Unlock your potential with our training, learning & development, and apprenticeship options throughout your career
• Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 confidential, independent and professional counselling
• Cycle to work scheme
• EV Charging points at office locations
• Regular team/company socials
• Team events from breakfasts for charity, social drinks in your local office location to book clubs, environmental initiatives, and lunch and learns.

We are proud to be certified Carbon Neutral and hold ISO Accreditations for Quality Management, Environmental Management and Information Security Management. We are a Mindful Employer and are committed to supporting your mental health at work. The Agena Group are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment process.