Accounts Supervisor

We are recruiting an experienced
Accounts Supervisor (Ledger Supervisor)for an acquisitive, forward-thinkingbusiness based in Chesterfield.

This is a newly created role due to business growth/demands.

• Competitive salary+ healthcare.
• An exciting place to work that isopen 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.

• 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.

• 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.