Finance Operations Supervisor
Knowsley | £35,000 | Full-Time (5 Days per Week) | Office-Based
We are looking for a proactive and approachable Finance Operations Supervisor to support a small transactional finance team and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the office. This role is ideal for someone with strong transactional finance experience who enjoys supporting others, resolving issues, and maintaining an efficient, well-organised working environment.
About the Role
As the Finance Operations Supervisor, you will oversee a small transactional finance team, providing daily guidance, troubleshooting support, and stepping in when required-such as during staff absences or when complex queries arise. You will not be responsible for delivering accounting tasks yourself, but your finance background will enable you to support the team effectively. You will also manage the office environment, ensuring it remains organised, professional, and fully functional.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Support
Supervise and support a small transactional finance team with an approachable, open‑door style.
Act as the first escalation point for system queries, process issues, or discrepancies.
Step in to assist with transactional duties only when necessary (e.g., absence cover, urgent issues).
Ensure the team remains motivated, supported, and working efficiently.
Promote a proactive, solutions‑focused team culture.Finance Systems & Issue Resolution
Support the team with finance system queries and day‑to‑day troubleshooting.
Use your transactional finance knowledge to help resolve:
Supplier or customer issues
Ledger queries
Reconciliation challenges
SAP experience is highly desirable, though strong knowledge of other finance systems is also valuable.Office Management
Oversee the daily running of the Knowsley office.
Manage office supplies, equipment, facilities, and contractor relationships.
Maintain a tidy, organised, and professional workspace.
Provide general operational support to leadership.About You
Strong background in transactional finance (purchase ledger, sales ledger, reconciliations).
Experience supervising, mentoring, or supporting a small finance team.
Calm, proactive, and confident in resolving day‑to‑day issues.
Highly organised with excellent communication skills.
Approachable, supportive, and team‑focused with an open‑door attitude.
Confident with finance systems - SAP preferred.Essential Requirements
Proven experience in transactional finance roles.
Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
Strong finance system knowledge.
Excellent organisational and problem‑solving skills.Desirable
Experience in an Office Manager or hybrid office/finance support role.
Experience supporting general business operations
Interested? Please send your CV
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