About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Accounts Services to join our Water Management Division (Part of Genuit Group). This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing the Accounts Payable and Credit Control functions across multiple entities within the division.

Working closely with the Finance Director, you will play a critical role in ensuring robust financial controls, efficient transaction processing, and strong cash flow management. You will also act as a trusted partner to finance leaders across the division, delivering timely insights and driving performance.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape and lead a centralised shared services function, champion continuous improvement, and deliver operational excellence across a growing and diverse business.

This role will be located in Doncaster, with our main office being in Edlington, DN12.

Areas of Responsibility

Strategic Leadership & Management

Lead, develop and inspire the Accounts Payable and Credit Control teams

Set clear objectives, KPIs and service level agreements

Foster a high-performance, customer-focused culture

Act as the escalation point for complex supplier and customer issues

Accounts Payable

Oversee end-to-end Accounts Payable operations across multiple entities

Ensure strong controls, including 3-way matching aligned to procurement policy

Manage supplier payment cycles to optimise working capital

Monitor aged payables, GRNI and accruals for accuracy and completeness

Resolve supplier queries and disputes efficiently

Provide insight into weekly cash flow forecasting

Credit Control

Oversee billing processes to ensure timely and accurate invoicing

Drive effective credit control to minimise overdue and bad debt

Monitor aged receivables and debtor days, implementing improvements

Support credit risk management and credit limit reviews

Resolve customer queries and disputes

Contribute to accurate weekly cash flow forecasting

Leadership & People Development

Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing shared services team

Drive succession planning, training and continuous development

Set clear expectations and maintain high standards of service and professionalism

Financial Management, Control & Compliance

Maintain overall control of AP and Credit Control processes

Ensure compliance with statutory, legal and audit requirements

Support internal and external audits, ensuring strong outcomes

Lead the internal control framework and annual control programme

Support international and cross-border financial initiatives

Cash, Working Capital & Treasury

Support effective cash and working capital management

Monitor bank balances and oversee transaction processing

Prepare and process payments in line with approval frameworks

Month-End Reporting

Ensure timely and accurate month-end close activities

Review reconciliations (supplier, customer, GRNI and accruals)

Provide analysis on cash flow and working capital

Support group reporting requirements

Stakeholder Management

Partner with procurement, supply chain and finance teams

Collaborate with finance leaders on cash flow and working capital

Build strong relationships with key suppliers and customers

Deliver clear reporting and insights to senior stakeholders

About You

We are looking for a confident and commercially minded finance leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

You will bring:

Significant experience in a Finance Manager or Shared Services leadership role

Ideally, experience within a manufacturing or multi-entity environment

Proven ability to lead, develop and motivate teams

Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail

Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels, including senior leadership

Strong systems knowledge and IT proficiency

A flexible, resilient and proactive approach

For more information on the role, package (this includes a car allowance, bonus, and single private healthcare) and working hours, please contact Lauren Renwick - Resourcing Business Partner on (phone number removed).