Finance Team Leader/ Accountant

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Job summary

A community-focused organization seeks a Finance Team Leader to oversee financial operations, manage a team, and ensure compliance with regulations. This role requires a part or fully qualified accountant with knowledge of VAT and strong analytical skills. The organization offers numerous benefits including membership discounts and professional development opportunities. Applications are encouraged from all, including those needing reasonable adjustments during the selection process.

Benefits

Multisite membership

Discounted multisite membership

Free child swims

Generous annual leave

Study support and professional development

Health benefits including 24/7 access to DoctorLine

Qualifications

• Experience in financial operations and team supervision.
• Strong knowledge of VAT, ledgers, and reconciliations.
• Confident using financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support a team of 4 finance staff.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Improve financial systems and processes.
• Ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Team supervision

Financial analysis

Communication

Problem-solving

Proactive approach

Education

Part or fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

AAT Level 4 (or equivalent)

Tools

Excel

Job description

Finance Team Leader / Accountant
£37,000 per annum (circa)
37 hours per week; permanent
Working across the Bury St Edmunds Leisure Centre & Haverhill Leisure Centre

We are seeking a Finance Team Leader to join our Finance team. This is a key role responsible for overseeing core financial operations, including purchase and sales ledgers, direct debit collections, banking, VAT, and financial reporting. You will also contribute to system development, audit support, and continuous improvement initiatives. Our team is passionate about creating a supportive and inclusive workplace and we are looking for an individual that can help us to champion our values - community, integrity, pride and teamwork.

While you will be accountable for these areas, a capable team of four Finance staff will manage the day-to-day processing. Your role will focus on ensuring accuracy, compliance, and effective team coordination.

Rota: Monday – Friday.

Abbeycroft can offer you:
• A multisite membership
• A discounted multisite membership for someone that lives with you
• Free child swims (not lessons)
• A generous annual leave entitlement (24 days under 5 years’ service, 28 days over 5 years’ service)
• Study support and professional development opportunities

We also offer Westfield Health Benefits which includes information and resources around mental and physical health and financial support. It also provides 24/7 access to DoctorLine, Togetherall and discounts and cashback on various high street stores and restaurants.

Key Responsibilities:
Team Leadership
• Supervise and support a team of 4 finance staff
• Provide training, guidance, and regular performance feedback
• Oversee credit control, reconciliations, and ledger processes



Finance & Accounting
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and provide VAT advice
• Support the production of financial statements and management accounts
• Provide financial analysis to support decision-making
• Assist with financial strategy development

Systems & Technology
• Improve financial systems and processes
• Support system upgrades and resolve technical issues
• Ensure effective use of finance software and tools

Fixed Assets
• Maintain the fixed asset register
• Advise on capital expenditure
• Prepare asset reports and support audits

Compliance & Controls
• Ensure financial activities comply with regulations and internal controls
• Promote best practices in financial governance

Requirements:
• Part or fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• AAT Level 4 (or equivalent) essential
• Experience in financial operations and team supervision
• Strong knowledge of VAT, ledgers, and reconciliations
• Confident using financial systems and Excel
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• A proactive, organised, and collaborative approach

Closing Date: 5th August 2025 – please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date.

As a Disability Confident Employer we encourage you to let us know If you require reasonable adjustments to any part of the recruitment/selection process. We will guarantee an interview to a candidate with a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010, if they otherwise meet the minimum selection requirements.