Accounting Operations Team Leader

Ayvens; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainability-focused organization in Bristol is seeking an Accounting Operations Team Leader. In this role, you will lead the Accounting Operations Team, manage day-to-day processes, and develop team members. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership experience, excellent communication skills, and relevant accounting qualifications. This position offers a generous benefits package and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Generous contributory pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Volunteering days

Holiday buy/sell options

Travel Insurance

Dental Insurance

Flexible working options

Annual Bonus Scheme eligibility

Study support

Enhanced parental leave

Employee Referral Scheme

Cycle2work Scheme

Free breakfast/fruit

EV charging points and bike storage

Qualifications

• Previous leadership experience in a fast-paced organization.
• Proven ability to work under pressure.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day workload of the Accounting Operations Team.
• Provide feedback and coaching to develop team members.
• Ensure high accuracy and SLA's in daily workflow management.
• Assist in change management for core strategic projects.
• Support the yearly company audit by providing required data.

Skills

Leadership experience

Coaching and mentoring skills

Problem solving

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

High level of numeracy

IT literacy

Education

AAT Level 4 or similar accounting qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Overview

At Ayvens, progress starts with you. Our ambitions to shape the future of sustainable mobility are powered by our talent. Join us, and get better with every move.

Are you an experienced transactional accounting leader? Do you enjoy leading others in achieving a group objective? Are you most happy within a busy work environment? If so read on, we're currently seeking an Accounting Operations Team Leader where our teams are responsible for day to day processes such as Customer Invoicing, Supplier Management, receipt, and payment processing.

Key Purpose

• Subject matter expert in Accounting Operations Processes driving operational efficiencies
• Lead and manage the day-to-day workload of the Accounting Operations Team
• Develop Team members by providing feedback and coaching, ensuring individual competences and improving team performance.
• Effective management of third-party relationships.
• Implement/manage controls to mitigate risk of regulatory breaches and customer detriment.
• Responsibility for escalated queries from Internal and External Customers.

Responsibilities

• Understand all department processes implementing process changes to improve customer and winder business journeys.
• Knowledge expert working alongside stakeholders to overcome operational challenges.
• Responsibly for the daily workflow and mailbox management making sure a high level of accuracy is achieved and SLA's are met.
• Actively develop, coach and mentor direct reports to ensure they meet their full potential in line with agreed business strategy including Objective setting and review.
• Change Management, assisting in the design implementation and delivery of core strategic projects.
• Ensure company policies and procedures are adhered to, and related E-Learning courses are completed within the required deadline.
• Control of business area policies and procedures making sure they are up to date and reviewed periodically.
• Completion of Monthly MI.
• Root cause analysis on errors ensuring relevant steps are in place to mitigate risk and unfair treatment of the customer.
• Overall responsibility for Operational areas Permanent Supervision, ensuring monthly controls are completed by the required deadline and implementing suggestions from relevant actions.
• Support Yearly company audit, being open and transparent providing data in a professional manner.
• Provide support across the department as and when requested during peak/holiday/sickness.
• Ad hoc project work in line with company strategy

Skills, Experience & Background

• Previous Leadership experience working in a fast-paced organisation, with proven coaching and mentoring skills.
• AAT Level 4 or similar accounting qualification
• Proven ability in working under pressure
• An interest in problem solving and efficiency finding
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Evidence of strong organisation skills including time management.
• High Level of numeracy and attention to detail.
• Good standard in IT literacy with particular focus on Microsoft Excel and Word
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team

What We Can Offer

• Generous contributory pension scheme
• 25 days holiday, in addition to bank holidays
• Volunteering days to assist in charity work
• Sustainability Initiatives
• Holiday buy / sell (subject to conditions)
• Travel Insurance (cost associated)
• Dental Insurance (cost associated)
• Flexible working options available
• Eligibility for Annual Bonus Scheme
• Study support (where applicable)
• Enhanced parental leave
• Generous Employee Referral Scheme (£1000)
• Cycle2work Scheme
• Free breakfast / fruit in the Bristol office
• EV charging points, bike storage, shower & changing facilities, car parking

Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for an opportunity unless they exactly meet the criteria specified. At Ayvens we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, enjoyable and authentic workplace so if you are excited by this, or any role at Ayvens but your experience doesn\'t exactly align, we would encourage you to apply regardless! What\'s the worst that can happen?!

Why Ayvens?

With over 3.4 million vehicles managed across more than 42 countries, we provide full-service leasing, flexible subscription services, fleet management services and multi-mobility solutions to customers of all sizes, including large corporates, SMEs, professionals, and private individuals. By leveraging our unique position to lead the way to net zero and further shape the digital transformation of the industry, we are well-positioned to meet the evolving mobility needs of our clients and provide them with the solutions they need to thrive.

At Ayvens, we believe that our success is driven by our commitment to customer satisfaction. Our team is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and technology-enabled services that help our customers focus on their everyday business. We\'re committed to sustainable mobility and have made it a core part of our strategy. In everything we do, we\'re guided by the principles of authenticity, curiosity, commitment and collaboration. We aim to foster an organisation that\'s diverse in people and ideas, where everyone can thrive and be themselves, no matter who they are.

Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to enable the transformation towards large scale adoption of sustainable mobility and provide our customers with the solutions they need to succeed. Follow our page for the latest updates, news, and insights.

*ALD Automotive | LeasePlan are rebranding to Ayvens across all 42 countries by 2025.