Head of Accounts and Payroll

RECfinancial are partnering with a well-established and growing business to recruit a Head of Accounts & Payroll based in Loughborough.

The role is commutable from Loughborough, Leicester, Castle Donington, Shepshed, Long Eaton, Coalville and surrounding areas.

Reporting to senior leadership, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function within a multi-site organisation. The role will oversee management accounts, payroll, sales and purchase ledger, cashflow, reconciliations and financial reporting.

You will play a key role in supporting business performance through accurate reporting, financial analysis and strong financial controls, whilst also working closely with operational managers around budgeting and cost control.

The position will also involve managing and developing the finance team, alongside driving improvements to systems, reporting and finance processes.

This role will suit a qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent experience) with strong experience gained within a senior finance or accounts management role. Previous experience overseeing payroll and managing finance operations across multiple sites or cost centres would be advantageous.

Strong Excel and systems skills are essential, alongside the ability to communicate effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders. Experience with Sage 200 and Sage Payroll would be beneficial.

The business offers a supportive environment with genuine long-term opportunities to make an impact and influence the continued development of the finance function.

The salary range for this position is £60,000 - £70,000 DOE alongside an excellent benefits package.

If you are looking for a broad finance leadership role with responsibility, autonomy and long-term progression opportunities, this is an excell