Accounting & FPA Team Leader Role

SF Recruitment; Burton upon Trent; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks an Accounting & FP&A Team Leader for a 12-month fixed term contract in Burton upon Trent. This hybrid role involves managing a team, overseeing financial reporting, and preparing budgets. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of accounting experience with strong communication and organizational skills. A competitive salary of up to £55,000 is offered along with perks such as free parking and holidays.

Benefits

Free On-site Parking

25 Days Holidays and Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• 6+ years accounting experience.
• 2+ years team management experience preferred.
• Able to work under pressure and deliver accurately.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a team of 3.
• Lead month-end processes and reporting.
• Prepare cashflow, budgets, and forecasts.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

IT skills

Team management

Education

Qualified/part-qualified CIMA/ACCA/AAT

Tools

SAP 4 Hana

Job description

Overview

SF are currently recruiting for a 12 Month Fixed Term Contract as an Accounting & FP&A Team Leader role

Salary up to £55,000

Accounting and FP&A Team Leader

12 Months Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)

Burton on Trent DE14 (Hybrid- 2 Days Work From Home after Handover Period)

Free On-site Parking, 25 Days Holidays and Bank Hols.

40 Hours/ Week (8:30 AM to 5 PM and 8 to 4:30 on Friday)

Reports to: Financial Controller

Responsibilities

• Manage, mentor, and develop team of 3
• Month-end process & reporting to group
• Lead annual audits and manage auditors/tax advisors
• Complete tax packs & legal returns
• Prepare cashflow, budgets, and forecasts
• Lead FP&A projects & maintain reports
• Oversee warranty and rebate reporting
• Review all balance sheet reconciliations
• Own internal controls (ISO9001) & fixed asset process
• Business partner with stakeholders
• Cover Finance Team Lead absence
• Handle ad hoc senior management requests

Qualifications

• Qualified/part-qualified CIMA/ACCA/AAT or QBE with experience
• 6+ years accounting experience, 2+ years team management preferred
• SAP 4 Hana experience desirable (training provided)
• Strong IT, communication, analytical, and organisational skills
• Able to prioritise, work under pressure, and deliver accurately