Job Description
Treasury Manager – 15-Month Fixed Term Contract
An established and growing organisation is seeking a Treasury Manager to join their Finance department on a 15-month fixed-term contract. This role plays a key part in ensuring effective cashflow management, strong internal controls, and smooth operation of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and wider financial processes.
You will manage a small transactional finance team, take ownership of short-term cashflow forecasting, oversee banking and credit management, and support continuous improvement across finance operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys both people leadership and hands-on problem-solving.
This role is fully office-based and can pay a salary of £45,000-£50,000.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable & Credit Control
* Drive timely cash collection and manage credit terms.
* Hold regular debtor review meetings with the Finance Assistant.
* Escalate late-payment risks appropriately.
* Ensure customer credit limits remain appropriate.
Accounts Payable & Team Leadership
* Manage and mentor three direct reports.
* Ensure AP/AR KPIs are achieved.
* Support team development and career progression.
Cashflow & Working Capital
* Lead short-term cashflow forecasting in partnership with senior finance colleagues.
* Work cross-functionally with Sales, Order Management, and Procurement teams.
* Provide commentary on movements in cash inflow/outflow and working capital metrics.
Banking & FX
* Manage banking administration, including overseas accounts.
* Liaise with external providers on FX hedging and facility agreements.
Month-End Duties
* Oversee timely closure of AP/AR ledgers.
* Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations.
* Produce monthly VAT returns.
* Calculate DSO, DPO and other key metrics.
Additional Responsibilities
* Maintain and improve finance policies and processes.
* Support audit requirements.
* Assist with trade finance instruments (letters of credit, guarantees, bills of exchange).
* Support compliance with export VAT rules.
* Prepare HMRC payment practice reports.
* Undertake ad-hoc finance tasks as required.
What You’ll Need
Essential
* Previous experience in a similar Treasury or Finance role.
* Proven people management experience.
* Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
* Proactive, “can-do” attitude.
* High level of integrity and discretion.
* Strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, SUMIF).
* Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a team.
Desirable
* Treasury or accountancy qualification.
* Knowledge of VAT rules.
* Experience with trade finance instruments.
* Exposure to Microsoft Dynamics 365.
Why Apply?
* Salary of £45,000 - £50,000
* 5% Completion Bonus
* Strong varied job
* To join a fast forward-thinking company