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 01709 77000.
Here at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group’s success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale.