Finance Team Lead (Purchasing and Payroll)

Selwood Ltd

Finance Team Lead (Purchasing and Payroll)

£40000

Selwood Ltd, St Luke's, Islington

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Remote working

Posted 1 week ago, 6 Sep | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 11ed2293eb794b60bda32ca57b8cf9d6

Full Job Description

Are you a seasoned finance professional looking to further develop your leadership skills? We are looking for a Finance team lead to head up our Purchasing and Payroll department.

With two direct reports, you and your team will be responsible for all payment related operations, processing payroll and all supplier invoices across the business. As such, significant purchase ledger and payroll experience will be hugely beneficial in this role.

This is an opportunity to grow as a manager, providing support and guidance to your team, as well as stepping in for other managers within Finance when needed.

You'll have ownership of a number of systems, and the autonomy and authority to make changes and improvements where you see fit. You'll also have the opportunity to further bolster your skillset, with in house training provided, and the option to gain payroll certifications.

We value flexibility at Selwood Housing, and many of the team working from home 3 -4 days a week.

If you are savvy when it comes to accounting principles, can motivate a team on a Monday, and revel in the little details, we want to speak to you.

3 years' experience in a finance environment


  • Accounts payable and payroll experience

  • Strong leadership skills

  • Good knowledge of accounting principles

  • Excellent attention to detail & accuracy

  • Good communication & interpersonal skills

  • Analytical & problem solving abilities

  • Organisational & time management skills

    Although it is not necessary, experience and understanding of social housing will be a bonus.

    Selwood Housing Group is a not-for-profit housing association committed to providing affordable local homes for our customers. We have nearly 7,000 homes for affordable rent and shared ownership in Wiltshire, Somerset and Bath and North-East Somerset and employ over 300 staff from our offices in Trowbridge and Melksham.

    Flexible working opportunities - giving you flexibility on how long, where and when you work to promote a better work/life balance.

  • Competitive pension (you pay 4%, we pay 9%)

  • Cycle to work scheme

    At Selwood, we strive to respect the diversity of our staff. We care deeply about inclusivity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds, demographics, and identities to apply. We are a Disability Confident employer and will do our very best to provide any adjustments, access and equipment you feel you may need throughout the interview process, and during your employment with us.

    We're keen to build a supportive and rewarding environment, free from discrimination, that works for everyone.

    The closing date of this advert is subject to change based on the volume of applications or the hiring timeline.

    £30,000