Accounts Supervisor

Position: Accounts Supervisor |  | £65k
We are exclusively recruiting for an experienced and highly organised Accounts Supervisor to lead our client's Accounts team and ensure robust financial management and control across the business. This is a senior, hands-on role with responsibility for overseeing day-to-day financial operations while contributing strategically to the company's long-term objectives.

We've recruited for this company for 16+ years and really enjoy recruiting for the Finance Director. The company has over a £100m turnover, they're very successful and expanding. As part of your role, you will manage a team of four (1 Supervisor and 3 Accounts staff) and work closely with Directors and Managers to ensure financial commitments are met, risks are controlled, and reporting is accurate and timely.

Please find all the details below:

Job title:

Accounts Supervisor

Location:

Ashford, Kent. This role is office based, but flexibility is available to attend appointments etc

Hours:

Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm

Salary: £55,000-£65,000 DOE

Reasons to work at our client:

22 days annual leave + Bank holidays
Free parking
A pivotal role within a growing and well-established business
Opportunity to influence financial strategy and business performance
Supportive leadership team and collaborative working environment

Your duties and responsibilities would be:

Strategic & Department Management

Develop and deliver the annual strategic plan for the Accounts department
Oversee the efficient running of the accounts function, ensuring high professional standards
Identify financial and operational risks and implement mitigation plans
Analyse supplier and business relationships to reduce costs and improve profitability
Review ad-hoc contracts, renewals, insurance and associated financial data
Stay up to date with industry practices and financial legislation

Financial Management

Prepare budgets and review with Managers and Directors
Produce and maintain management accounts and supporting spreadsheets
Compile and submit VAT returns, Company Annual Returns and National Statistics returns
Ensure all statutory and non-statutory payments are accurate and submitted on time
Maintain and control the Asset Register
Submit monthly and quarterly financial returns to manufacturers

Sales & Purchase Ledger Oversight

Oversee Credit Control processes, review aged debt monthly and generate stop lists
Step in to cover Credit Controller duties where required
Oversee Purchase Ledger, ensuring reconciliations, allocations and payment runs are completed correctly and on time
Authorise and code purchase invoices

Management Accounts & Nominal Ledger

Generate and review trial balances and balance sheet reconciliations
Prepare and post journals including accruals, depreciation, and adjustments
Produce, review, and distribute management accounts to strict deadlines
Attend monthly management meetings and support managers with financial queries

Audit & Compliance

Prepare statutory audit information and liaise with external auditors
Attend audit review meetings and present findings to Directors and Shareholders
Ensure full compliance with company policies and statutory requirements

People Management

Lead, motivate and develop the Accounts team
Conduct performance reviews and support training and succession planning
Manage recruitment, annual leave, and sickness to ensure adequate cover
Ensure Health & Safety compliance across the department

You'll be the ideal candidate for this role if you have the following:

Proven experience in a senior finance or finance supervisor role
Strong knowledge of management accounts, payroll, VAT, and statutory reporting
Confidence to manage people with excellent organisational and leadership skills
Hands-on, proactive, and able to meet strict deadlines
Strong attention to detail with the ability to work strategically

Next steps:

If you're excited about the opportunity and you have the relevant skills and experience above, please apply today.

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