Job Description
Purchase Ledger Team Leader
Location: Syston | Hours: 37.5 per week | Salary: Up to £40,000
Are you ready to take the lead in a pivotal finance role? Macildowie is proud to be partnering with an industry-leading business in their search for a Purchase Ledger Team Leader. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will be at the forefront of ensuring accurate, timely payments while leading a team of seven finance assistants.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in driving process improvement and enhancing customer service within a fast-paced and growing organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Team Leadership: Manage and develop a team of seven finance assistants, allocating workload effectively and ensuring deadlines are met.
- Payment Oversight: Review purchase ledger, expense, and foster carer payments for accuracy and completeness.
- Process Improvement: Lead the implementation of automated invoice capture and electronic workflows, providing SAP Concur training and ongoing support.
- Integration Support: Align accounts payable processes during business acquisitions.
- Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with the Finance Manager to identify and implement efficiency-driven changes.
What We're Looking For:
- Proven team management experience with a focus on development and training.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Analytical mindset with a passion for process improvement.
- Exceptional communication skills with a customer-focused approach.
- Previous experience working within or alongside a finance function is a plus.
Why Join?
This role offers a competitive salary of up to £40,000, a supportive team environment, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a company that values innovation and excellence.
If you're ready to take your career to the next level, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Macildowie for a confidential discussion about this role.
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