Team Leader, Finance & Banking

Overview

Behind every team that excels is a leader who inspires excellence. If you’re a natural organiser with a calm, steady approach and a talent for motivating teams in a busy finance environment, this could be your next step. We’re looking for a Team Leader (Payments), who can guide our payments function with clarity, confidence and care - ensuring accuracy, developing people and driving ongoing improvement.

About the Role

As our Team Leader (Payments), you’ll oversee the day to day operations of our payments and payroll activities, leading two Finance Clerks and one Payroll coordinator ensuring the smooth, timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices and payment runs.

You’ll be the go to point for operational queries, the steady hand that balances priorities, and the supportive leader who creates a positive, high performing team culture.

• Leading & developing the team
• Supporting, motivating and developing two Finance Clerks.
• Acting as deputy for the Transaction Manager when needed.

• Payments & Accounts Payable
• Overseeing accurate, timely processing of supplier invoices.
• Maintaining compliance with financial regulations and audit requirements.

• Purchase Order & System Oversight
• Acting as administrator for the purchase order system.
• Supporting upgrades and process enhancements with IT and Procurement.

• Supporting, motivating, and developing one Payroll Coordinator.
• Overseeing the payroll process alongside HR and our payroll bureau.
• Providing cover for payroll coordination when required.

• Streamlining processes, reducing manual steps and championing automation
• Keeping procedure notes up to date and supporting internal/external audit needs.

We’re looking for someone who shares our values - someone who leads with purpose, supports their team and ensures every payment, every process and every interaction is handled with care.

• Customer Driven – You know every payment matters, and you resolve queries with positivity, pace and professionalism.
• Accountability – You take responsibility for invoice accuracy, reconciliations and workflow management, ensuring processes are followed and deadlines met.
• Develop & Learn – You stay curious, embrace new ways of working and look for opportunities to improve efficiency, controls and team capability.
• Champion Communication – You engage confidently with suppliers and colleagues, simplifying complex information and ensuring everyone stays aligned.

You’ll bring

• Minimum of 5 GCSE or ‘O’ level Passes to include English and Maths, or equivalent.
• Strong team leadership skills.
• Good knowledge of accounting principles.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• A commitment to equality and diversity.

For further information on the role, please review the job description attached to the advert.

The successful candidate will be required to complete a Right to Work check.

At Selwood Housing, we believe everyone deserves a safe, secure and affordable place to call home. As a not-for-profit housing organisation, we own and manage over 7,000 homes across the Southwest – and we’re growing. With a bold ambition to build 1,700 new affordable homes by 2034, we’re investing in the future of local people and places.

Some of our benefits include:

• Flexible working opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Ongoing training and development
• A supportive team environment where your contribution really matters.

Ready to lead with purpose? Apply today and help shape a payments team that delivers excellence every day.

At Selwood, we strive to respect the diversity of our staff. We care deeply about inclusivity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds, demographics, and identities to apply. We are a Disability Confident employer and will do our very best to provide any adjustments, access, and equipment you feel you may need throughout the interview process, and during your employment with us.

We are keen to build a supportive and rewarding environment, free from discrimination, which works for everyone.

The closing date of this advert is subject to change based on the volume of applications or the hiring timeline.