Group Operational Finance Manager

Axis, part of Axis CLC, is a trusted property services specialist delivering responsive repairs, planned works, refurbishments and voids services across the UK. Backed by over 110 years of combined experience and the wider strength of Axis CLC, operating from 23 UK offices and employing more than 2,500 people nationwide, we support housing providers and public sector clients with high-quality maintenance and compliance services that help keep residents safe, properties well maintained and communities supported.

We are looking to recruit an experienced Group Operational Finance Manager to join our Group Finance team. Based from our Head Office in Stratford, East London, the role offers hybrid working alongside flexibility for multi-site engagement and regular travel to Southampton to support operational finance activities across the wider group.

As Group Operational Finance Manager, you will act as deputy to the Finance Director – Group Operational Finance and lead the day-to-day operational performance of the Group’s transactional finance functions. You will play a key role in driving financial controls, process efficiency, cash management and operational performance across Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Credit Control, Payroll, Treasury and Transactional Tax functions.

What You’ll Deliver

• Lead the day-to-day operational performance of transactional finance teams across AR, AP, Credit Control, Payroll, Treasury, Subcontractor Ledger and Transactional Tax functions.
• Ensure accurate, timely and compliant processing across all transactional finance activities, meeting agreed KPIs, SLAs and control standards.
• Support Group cashflow forecasting and drive improvements in debtor days, aged debt reduction and supplier payment controls.
• Ensure compliance with VAT, CIS, payroll legislation and internal control frameworks, supporting internal and external audit requirements.
• Support the implementation of scalable shared service models, standardised processes and performance dashboards.
• Lead process improvements, workflow automation and systems optimisation initiatives across operational finance functions.
• Support key workstreams within the Group ERP transformation programme (Building Futures), including process mapping, testing, data migration and go-live readiness.
• Produce KPI reporting and dashboards for senior stakeholders, delivering clear operational and financial insight.
• Manage, coach and develop operational finance team leaders and managers, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.