Job Description

Job Title: Accounts Team Leader

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Watford | Part-Time / Full-time | On-site to begin with, then possibly Hybrid

About Us

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contour886 Ltd is based in Watford, making the best custom moulded seats in the world for wheelchair uses and Paralympic athletes. We love problem solving and making the best solutions. We encourage bringing your personality and enthusiasm to work in a dynamic skilful team environment. We're now seeking an enthusiastic

Accounts Team Leader

to guide our finance team and help us continue to grow.

The Role

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As Accounts Team Leader, you'll play a hands-on role in managing the day-to-day activities of the accounts department while motivating and supporting your team. You'll work closely with management, follow company direction, and ensure high standards of accuracy and efficiency across all finance processes.

This position requires a strong understanding of basic accounting principles, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently under deadlines. The ideal candidate will be a proactive team player with a passion for numbers and accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, support, and motivate the accounts team, building morale and encouraging development.

Ensure smooth running of daily finance operations including invoicing and quoting

Handle challenging customer queries in a professional manner

Develop and maintain accurate financial statistics and help build company database for auditing and reporting

Work closely with other departments to align with company goals and processes

Support and update process improvements and ensure compliance with company policy

Assist with the preparation of quotes when cover required

Process invoices, receipts, and payments in a timely manner

Provide general administrative support to the finance team

Lead accounting projects as required

What We're Looking For

A minimum of two years' experience in an accounts/finance role, ideally with leadership experience

A good understanding of basic accounting principles

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (essential),

Xero

and

Numbers for Mac (desirable)

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

Strong organisational and communication skills

A proactive, friendly, and team-focused attitude

Ability to be proactive with your work

Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently

Strong problem-solving skills, able to deal with challenging situations calmly

Ideally AAT qualified or working towards qualification

What We Offer

Competitive salary, dependent on experience

A supportive, collaborative team environment

Opportunities for professional development and training

The chance to play a key role in shaping and strengthening our accounts function

25 days holiday in addition to Bank Holidays (pro-rated for your part-time working), paid company sick pay and an additional day off your birthday!

Small business based 5 mins walk from North Watford train station

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:

Watford WD24: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

finance: 3 years (required) quoting: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person