Accounts Supervisor

Payroll & Accounts Supervisor | Southport | Full-Time, Permanent | Progression to Management

Are you a seasoned finance professional ready to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for a confident and experienced Payroll & Accounts Supervisor to join a close-knit team in Southport.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who not only brings strong technical skills in SAGE 50 Payroll and SAGE 200 Accounts, but also has the leadership qualities to guide and support a small team as the business continues to grow.

?? What You’ll Be Doing:

Payroll Responsibilities:

• Overseeing end-to-end payroll processing, including starters, leavers, and statutory payments
• Managing PAYE, NI, pensions, and year-end submissions
• Monitoring absences, holidays, and timesheets
• Ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations and internal policies

Accounts Responsibilities:

• Managing supplier and customer accounts, invoicing, and reconciliations
• Producing monthly statements, VAT returns, and financial reports
• Supporting month-end and year-end processes, including P&L and balance sheets
• Assisting with stock takes, Sage data entry, and reporting
• Leading on contract administration and general office finance tasks

? Leadership & Progression:

• Supporting and mentoring team members
• Taking ownership of finance operations
• Working closely with directors and external accountants to drive improvements

? What You’ll Need:

• Proven experience with SAGE 50 Payroll and SAGE 200 Accounts
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel
• Previous experience in a supervisory or team lead role
• Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
• A proactive mindset and readiness to take on more responsibility

? What’s On Offer:

• Salary of £30,000 per annum
• Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm (37.5 hours per week)
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Company pension scheme, GIP & GLA (after qualifying period)
• Free on-site parking
• Casual dress and a supportive, collaborative team culture
• Clear progression into a management role.

If you're ready to step into a role where your leadership and finance skills will be recognised and rewarded, we’d love to hear from you.