Our client is seeking an experienced Purchase & Sales Ledger Team Leader to join a busy finance team initially on a temporary basis, starting immediately.
This hands-on role is responsible for leading accounts payable and receivable operations, overseeing payments and income processing, cash management, and ensuring strong financial controls while managing and developing a small team.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the purchase and sales ledger function
Ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices, receipts and payments
Oversee BACS, CHAPS and manual payments, including PAYE, VAT and pensions
Maintain strong financial controls, reconciliations and month-end close
Manage credit control, debtor reporting and cash collection
Monitor cash management and short-term cash forecasting
Reconcile supplier statements, control accounts, credit cards and petty cash
Supervise payroll-related payments (overtime, expenses and mileage)
Resolve internal and external stakeholder queries
Lead, develop and performance-manage the ledger team
Support process improvements, KPIs and efficiency
Deputise for senior finance colleagues when required
Key Requirements
Proven experience leading purchase and sales ledger teams
Strong AP/AR background in a large or complex organisation
Confident people manager with KPI and training experience
Advanced Excel skills and experience with large finance systems
Strong organisation, attention to detail and deadline focus
AAT or similar qualification (desirable)
What's on Offer
Immediate start
Temporary assignment
Opportunity to make an impact in a fast-paced finance environment
