We are recruiting an experienced Accounts Supervisor (Ledger Supervisor) for an acquisitive, forward-thinking business based in Chesterfield.
This is a newly created role due to business growth/demands.
- Competitive salary + healthcare.
- An exciting place to work that is open to change/new ideas.
- Close, friendly, inclusive and supportive team across the business.
- Sustainability is at the forefront of everything they do.
The Role
As our Accounts Supervisor, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the finance department, overseeing a team of two apprentices and three accounts assistants, providing leadership, guidance, and hands-on support as needed.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys developing others, improving processes, and working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of accounts assistants and apprentices.
- Oversee daily transactional finance activities including purchase ledger, sales ledger, credit control, and bank reconciliation.
- Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and receipts.
- Review and approve reconciliations, journals, and month-end tasks.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices.
- Provide training, support, and performance feedback to team members.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and company financial procedures.
- Other ad hoc duties as required.
About You
- Previous experience supervising or mentoring staff within a finance environment is required.
- A strong understanding of transactional accounting processes is required.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- A proactive approach with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
- You will be confident using accounting software and Excel.