Finance Team Leader Job – Full-time - Permanent - Corby / Northampton Finance Team Leader Location: Corby Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week Direct Reports: 5 direct reports About the Role We’re recruiting on behalf of a dynamic and growing business based in Corby, currently seeking a Finance Team Leader to oversee its day-to-day finance operations. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on, experienced finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about leading teams and driving operational excellence. This role offers the chance to take ownership of core finance functions, lead a small team, and contribute to wider business initiatives. You’ll be working closely with senior finance leaders and have a real impact on shaping processes and delivering value across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership: Manage and mentor the Finance Team, overseeing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and general ledger activities. Delegate tasks effectively and monitor team performance. Operational Excellence: Promote financial best practices and ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance in all finance operations. Credit Control: Lead credit control efforts, focusing on building strong client relationships and reducing Days Sales Outstanding (DSO). Business Partnering: Collaborate with the CFO and Head of Finance to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making. Project Involvement: Support and contribute to process improvement initiatives, system upgrades, and other value-adding projects. Compliance & Controls: Ensure all financial operations comply with internal policies and external regulations. Essential Skills & Experience: Fully AAT qualified (will look at QBE) Proven experience in a finance team leadership or supervisory role Strong technical understanding of financial operations and controls Proficient in Microsoft Excel and confident working with data Experience using ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics preferred) Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels Detail-oriented, ambitious, and proactive with a continuous improvement mindset. Desirable: Experience supporting ERP implementations or finance system upgrades Why Apply? This is a brilliant opportunity for someone looking to step into a leadership role within a supportive and forward-thinking finance team. If you’re ambitious, collaborative, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. 4721554