Financial Transactions Manager
| Posting date: | 12 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £35,412 to £44,075 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 March 2026 |
| Location: | Hastings, East Sussex |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Hastings Borough Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HBC/26/331213 |
Summary
Financial Transactions Manager
Salary: Career Grade 5–4 - £35,412 to £44,075 per annum.
Full Time: 37 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Location: Muriel Matters House, Hastings / Hybrid Home Working
We are seeking a Financial Transactions Manager to lead our customer-focused team delivering key financial services including Debtors, Creditors and Income functions.
In this pivotal role, you will ensure the efficient processing and reconciliation of financial transactions, maintain accurate records, and support continual service improvement. You will be responsible for team management, performance monitoring, and ensuring compliance with audit and statutory requirements – all while providing excellent internal and external customer service.
What we’re looking for:
AAT Level 4 or equivalent qualifications
Proven experience managing teams in a transactional finance setting
Strong knowledge of Excel and financial systems (experience with Unit 4 Business World is desirable)
Excellent communication, organisational and analytical skills
A collaborative, proactive approach to leadership and problem-solving
Why join us?
You’ll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team committed to delivering high-quality financial services for the community.
We provide an excellent employee experience, with benefits that include:
27 days starting annual leave allowance rising to 32 days at 5 years’ service, 35 days at 10 years and 37 days at 15 years.
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements (subject to service requirement)
Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
+ many more!
Closing date for applications: Friday 13th March
Interviews to take place week commencing: Week commencing 23rd March
Salary: Career Grade 5–4 - £35,412 to £44,075 per annum.
Full Time: 37 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Location: Muriel Matters House, Hastings / Hybrid Home Working
We are seeking a Financial Transactions Manager to lead our customer-focused team delivering key financial services including Debtors, Creditors and Income functions.
In this pivotal role, you will ensure the efficient processing and reconciliation of financial transactions, maintain accurate records, and support continual service improvement. You will be responsible for team management, performance monitoring, and ensuring compliance with audit and statutory requirements – all while providing excellent internal and external customer service.
What we’re looking for:
AAT Level 4 or equivalent qualifications
Proven experience managing teams in a transactional finance setting
Strong knowledge of Excel and financial systems (experience with Unit 4 Business World is desirable)
Excellent communication, organisational and analytical skills
A collaborative, proactive approach to leadership and problem-solving
Why join us?
You’ll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team committed to delivering high-quality financial services for the community.
We provide an excellent employee experience, with benefits that include:
27 days starting annual leave allowance rising to 32 days at 5 years’ service, 35 days at 10 years and 37 days at 15 years.
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements (subject to service requirement)
Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
+ many more!
Closing date for applications: Friday 13th March
Interviews to take place week commencing: Week commencing 23rd March