Deputy Finance Manager / Finance Team Leader
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Location: Coulsdon, Surrey
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Full-time | Permanent
About the Role
Were looking for a
Deputy Finance Manager
to support the Head of Finance and oversee a busy team covering purchase ledger, sales ledger, and settlements. This role would suit someone currently working as an
Assistant Finance Manager, Finance Supervisor, or Accounts Team Leader
whos ready to step up into a broader leadership position.
Youll have the chance to get involved in
management accounts, reconciliations, VAT, payroll journals, and reporting, while also helping to shape and guide the wider finance team.
What Youll Be Doing
Assisting with the day-to-day management of the Finance team (payables, receivables, settlements).
Overseeing
purchase ledger
processes
payments, invoice coding, reconciliations, and ensuring supplier terms are met.
Providing support with
international payments .
Reviewing daily withdrawal reports and liaising with senior leadership where needed.
Managing
sales ledger/receivables
customer receipts, refunds, escalated complaints.
Approving company settlements in a timely and accurate manner.
Carrying out reconciliations
Trust Withdrawals, incentive schemes, matured plans, nominal ledger, and payroll journals.
VAT and PAYE/Dividend processes, including urgent refunds.
CRM data reporting and solvency checks.
What Were Looking For
Previous experience in a
commercial finance environment
(SME background preferred).
Proven experience in
accounts management, credit control, or financial operations .
International client exposure would be an advantage.
Confident user of
Sage (essential).
Strong IT skills (Excel, reporting systems).
AAT qualified (or final year of study).
Excellent communicator, customer-focused, with a clear and professional phone manner.
Highly organised with strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
Why Apply?
A fantastic opportunity to step up into a
Deputy Finance Manager
role.
Varied responsibilities covering
AP, AR, reconciliations, VAT, payroll journals, and reporting .
Supportive environment with exposure to senior leadership.
Career progression opportunities for ambitious finance professionals.
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If youre currently working as an
Assistant Finance Manager, Finance Supervisor, Accounts Team Leader, or Senior Finance Officer
and want to take the next step in your career, apply now and join a growing finance team in Coulsdon.
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