Team Lead - Finance

This role is for a Team Lead - Finance to oversee a team of 5 to 10 members and manage the daily operations of the finance department. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with a strong background in financial accounting, reconciliation, and team management, responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations and guide a team of 5 to 10 members.
• Perform and review month-end and year-end closing activities , including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts , ensuring all financial transactions are recorded correctly.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS / GAAP.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards , company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with internal and external audits .
• Conduct variance analysis to identify trends and discrepancies.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Support in tax (VAT) data collection and submission for the UK and Europe.
• Establish and maintain strong financial controls .
• Set goals and conduct performance evaluations for the team, assist in hiring, and identify training needs.
• Provide timely feedback, manage workload, and conduct regular team meetings to motivate members.
• Document and update department procedures / SOPs.

Skills

Required Skills :

Qualifications

Skills Required

Accounting Finance, Reconciliation, Accounting Standards, Financial Reporting, Variance Analysis, Data Collection, Financial Controls