The Finance Team Leader runs the daily operations of a financial processing team. This role sits between the production floor (bookkeepers and junior accountants) and senior management. The main goal is to lead a diverse team while ensuring all accounting workflows are accurate and on time.
Key Responsibilities
- People Management: Direct, mentor, and track the performance of a diverse group of bookkeepers and financial specialists.
- Workflow Control: Delegate daily bookkeeping, payroll, and data tasks to keep production moving efficiently.
- Quality Review: Act as the main gatekeeper by auditing financial outputs (reconciliations, ledgers, and reports) before they go to senior stakeholders.
- Software Oversight: Ensure the team correctly uses cloud platforms like Xero and QuickBooks.
Core Requirements
- Experience:5+ years in accounting/finance, with at least 2+ years supervising or leading a team.
- Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy or Business. (CPA status is a major plus).
- Skills: Expert knowledge of Xero or QuickBooks, advanced Excel skills, and strong English communication skills to manage team dynamics smoothly.
