ProCook is seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance Operations Manager to oversee core finance processes, ensuring robust financial controls, and driving operational efficiency across the finance function.
This role owns end-to-end Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and employee expenses, while leading process improvements and enforcing financial policies across the business.
This is a full-time role, requiring 37.5 hours per week, with a hybrid working arrangement of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote at our Gloucester location (non-negotiable).
Requirements
1. Ownership of Core Finance Operations
* Full ownership of debtors (Accounts Receivable) and creditors (Accounts Payable) functions
* Oversee employee expense processes (via SAP Concur), ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reimbursement
* Maintain strong cash flow management through effective AR and AP oversight
2. Accounts Payable Leadership
* Manage and develop the AP team to ensure high performance and accountability
* Drive consistency and accuracy in invoice coding, ensuring alignment with financial reporting requirements
* Ensure timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices and payments
* Maintain the vendor ledger and supplier master data
3. Credit Control & Cash Reconciliation
* Own the cash reconciliation process for our Retail stores and Ecommerce platforms, investigating discrepancies appropriately
* Manage credit control to minimise aged debt and improve cash collection
* Build strong relationships with customers to resolve payment issues proactively
4. Process Improvement & Optimisation
* Identify, design, and implement process improvements across finance operations
* Drive automation and efficiency initiatives to reduce manual effort and error rates
* Continuously review workflows to ensure scalability and best practice
5. Business Support & Stakeholder Engagement
* Act as a key finance partner to the wider business, providing guidance on financial processes
* Support non-finance stakeholders in understanding and adhering to finance procedures
* Collaborate cross-functionally to improve financial discipline and operational outcomes
6. Policy Ownership & Governance
* Own, maintain, and support enforcement of finance policies and procedures
* Ensure compliance with internal controls and audit requirements
* Promote a culture of accountability and financial governance across the organisation
You'll fit right in if you have:
* Proven experience in a Finance Operations / Finance Manager role
* Demonstrated experience managing and developing finance teams
* AAT Level 4 Qualification, or equivalent
* Strong background in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and expense management
* Solid understanding of financial controls, processes, and compliance requirements
* Track record of delivering process improvements and operational efficiencies
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
* Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or similar ERP systems
* Exposure to system implementations or finance transformation projects
* Excel and data analysis skills
Benefits
What’s in it for You?
* 💰Salary is between £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience and skills
* 🤩Total value of our perks is worth £3,000+ per year
* 🅿️ Free parking on-site
* 💪 Free gym access on-site
* ☕ Unlimited coffee and tea throughout the day
* 🍰 Free fresh fruit and cake daily
* 🍴 Subsidised meals - breakfast and lunch
* 🏢 Hybrid Working: 3 days in our inspiring ProCook HQ, 2 days flexible remote
* 🏆 Opportunity to work with a passionate team
* 🎁 Generous colleague discount - 40% off to spend in store or online + 30% for friends and family
* 🌍 2 x Annual paid volunteering days
* 📞 Employee Assistance Programme
* 🚗 Salary Sacrifice Electric Car Scheme Policy
* 👶🏻 Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
* 👥 Friends and Family Referral Scheme
* 🏖️33 Days Annual Leave (including bank holidays)
* 💰 Discretionary bonus scheme of up to 10%
* 🅱️ B Corp certified company committed to ethical practices and sustainability
* 🥇 A company recognised as a Great Place to Work for 5 consecutive years
* 🩼 Disability Confident Leader
We Welcome Everyone
At ProCook we are committed to diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applications from people of all abilities.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know. We’re committed to making our recruitment process as inclusive and accessible as possible.
About ProCook’s Sustainability Commitment:
At ProCook, sustainability is at the heart of what we do.
As a certified B Corporation, we strive to balance profit with purpose, focusing on reducing waste, and ensuring ethical business practices.
By joining our team, you will contribute to our efforts in creating a positive impact on the planet.