After an incredible 4 decades in the role, our client’s long-standing Ledgers Controller is heading into retirement. They’re now looking for their successor – someone to step into this key position as Cash and Bank Manager.

This isn’t your standard ledger role. You’ll take ownership of the company’s cash, banking, payments and reconciliation. With hundreds of complex invoices processed each month, you’ll be the one keeping everything accurate, controlled and running on time. It’s a multifaceted, high-volume process, but one that’s central to the business.

You’ll work closely with the financial Controller, ensuring that both sterling and international payments are managed seamlessly.

What you’ll get:

• Competitive salary
• Flexibility with start and finish times
• Matched company pension
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays

About You

• You have proven experience in purchase ledger and cash management within a manufacturing or engineering environment
• You can spot errors and risks quickly, and put solutions in place to resolve them
• Understand the end-to-end payments process – from receipt of supplier invoices through to making payments
• You’re confident making decisions and acting as the first point of contact for all cash and bank matters
• You take real ownership and responsibility, treating the company’s finances with care and control
• You can work well under pressure, balancing accuracy with pace
• Not shy to challenge and question processes when needed, always looking for improvement

About the Role

• Manage the full purchase ledger function
• Handle GBP and FX payments, including two monthly payment runs, weekly ad hoc runs, and foreign currency transactions
• Reconcile all transactions across purchasing and banking
• Review, approve, and process company credit cards and limits
• Oversee cash and bank transfers across the business
• Manage the finance inbox, responding to supplier queries and resolving issues efficiently
• Work closely with the FC to approve payments and maintain compliance
• Act as the go-to person for all things cash and bank related

About the company

• World leader in the design and manufacture of engineered products
• Huge drivers of development and innovation
• A supportive team culture with training and development opportunities

This is a trusted, hands-on role at the heart of the finance team – perfect for someone who thrives on accuracy, ownership, and responsibility.

For more information, please call and speak to Lucy Bailey