An excellent opportunity has arisen to join a well-established business in West Lothian as Purchase Ledger Team Leader. This is a varied position combining financial oversight with operational team management.
Reporting to the Finance Director, you'll support a small team and take ownership of the company's ledgers, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all day-to-day finance activities.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee and develop a small team of Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger staff (circa. 3)
Manage sales and purchase ledgers, including invoice processing and resolving discrepancies
Produce daily sales and margin reports, highlighting variances for senior management
Conduct reconciliations on client and supplier accounts
Lead the month-end process and prepare financial reports as required
Maintain compliance with procurement policy and oversee the purchase order system
Hold regular team meetings and one-to-ones to support departmental objectivesAbout You
Previous experience of supporting/supervising &/or managing a small team
Proven experience in a fast-paced, high volume transactional environment
Strong accounting knowledge and experience working within sales and purchase ledger
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and financial systems
Organised, proactive, and able to manage priorities to meet deadlines
Able to lead by example with the ability to motivate a teamIf you're a hands-on finance professional who enjoys variety and supporting a small, high volume transactional team, this role offers a great opportunity to take the next step in your career