Management Accounts Team Leader
About the Role
We are looking for a highly organised and detail-focused Management Accounts Team Leader to join our Management Accounts function and lead a team responsible for producing accurate financial reporting and balance sheet reconciliations.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional with strong leadership capability to take ownership of key accounting processes, support continuous improvement, and help drive operational excellence across a busy and fast-paced finance environment.
As Management Accounts Team Leader, you will manage and support a team of Management Accounts Assistants, ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of management accounts, reconciliations, reporting and financial controls.
What You'll Be Doing
Financial Reporting & Reconciliations
* Oversee the production of accurate and high-quality management accounts
* Review monthly management accounts to ensure integrity and accuracy of reported information
* Review and reconcile revenue and occupancy alongside the Management Accountant
* Take ownership of various balance sheet reconciliations and utility spend reporting
* Ensure strict financial controls are maintained across all reconciliation processes
* Review and sign off monthly reconciliations completed by the team
* Ensure utility costs are processed, paid and accounted for correctly
* Support the effective flow of invoices through Medius, the P2P system
* Assist with the development of finance procedures, reports and process improvements
* Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and enhance reporting outputs for Homes, Regional Teams and Directors
Team Leadership & Development
* Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing Management Accounts team
* Support recruitment, onboarding and induction of new team members
* Monitor performance through regular supervisions and appraisals
* Recognise strong performance and provide constructive feedback where needed
* Support continuous learning and professional development across the team
* Manage employee relations matters including absence, conduct and disciplinary procedures
* Create a positive, engaged and supportive team culture
Stakeholder Support & Operational Management
* Resolve escalated supplier queries and support issue resolution
* Ensure workload coverage during periods of annual leave or absence
* Work collaboratively with colleagues across Finance and the wider business
* Support the delivery of accurate and timely financial information to key stakeholders
About You
Essential
* Minimum 5 years' experience working within an accounting environment
* Previous experience managing, motivating and developing staff
* Strong experience working to deadlines in a fast-paced finance environment
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
* Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Highly organised with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks effectively
* Proficient in financial systems, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications
* Adaptable and able to manage competing priorities
Desirable
* HNC/HND or Degree in Accounting or Business Studies