Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Your new company Based in Greenock, our client is recruiting for a Finance Supervisor to join their team on a permanent basis. You'll be joining a well-established, growing organisation operating within a multi-entity environment. The hours of work are Monday-Friday 9am-5pm and there can be some flexibility offered with start and finish times.The role is office-based in Greenock, with scope for increased flexibility for home, following successful completion of probation. The organisation can be accessed by local public transport and there is also on-site parking.
Your new role
As Finance Supervisor, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger function across multiple entities. Leading a small transactional finance team (of 5), you'll ensure invoices, payments, reconciliations and customer accounts are processed accurately, efficiently and in line with deadlines.This is a hands-on role combining people management with operational delivery. You'll support, develop and motivate your team, oversee workload allocation and performance, and act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. You will also work closely with the wider finance team and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across transactional processes.
What you'll need to succeed
Ideally, you will have previous experience supervising a Purchase Ledger or Sales Ledger or transactional finance team, alongside a strong understanding of end-to-end finance processes and controls.You'll bring excellent attention to detail, strong Excel skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment. A confident communicator, you'll be comfortable working across departments and supporting stakeholders at varying levels. Experience in a multi-entity or shared services environment would be beneficial.
What you'll get in return
You'll receive a competitive salary and the opportunity to join a stable yet evolving organisation with genuine scope to develop your leadership and technical finance skills.You'll benefit from a collaborative team culture, exposure to a varied finance function and the chance to play a key role in improving transactional processes.
What you need to do now
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