Team Lead- UK Accounting

Job Title: Team Lead- Accounts (UK)
Company: Sapphire Info Solutions
Location: Mohali (On-site)
Working Days: Monday to Friday
Timings: 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM

Overview
Sapphire Info Solutions is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Team Lead Accounts (UK) to manage a delivery team and ensure high-quality Financial operations for UK-based clients. This role requires strong technical experience in UK accounting standards, leadership excellent client communication skills.

Experience & Education
Experience: 4-5+ years in UK accounting, including managing 4-6 full-time employees
Education: ACCA (Qualified/Part-Qualified) / CA / CA-Inter / M.Com / B.Com.

Key Responsibilities
1-Lead a delivery team of 4-6 members handling bookkeeping, VAT, and year-end accounts
2- Review Financial statements, VAT calculations, and tax packs to ensure quality
3-assurance standards are met ,Manage capacity planning, task allocation, and service level agreements (SLAs)
4-Drive process improvements, automation and adherence to standard
operatinng procedures (SOPs)
5-Act as the primary point of contact for clients via calls and emails, ensuring clear and professional communication
6-Mentor and develop team members through coaching, performance management, and training Support recruitment, onboarding, and contineous team development

Key Skills & Competencies
1-trong knowledge of UK GAAP and accounting pracedurces
2-Hands-on experience with cloud accounting platforms (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, FreeAgent)
3-Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
4- Proven leadership abilities with a track record of achieving delivery targets
5- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Benefits
Growth & Certifications
Sponsored certifications (Xero, QuickBooks)

• Exam assistance for ACCA/CA-Inter

• Structured learning programs, internal knowledge-sharing sessions, and professional development initiatives

Compensation & Rewards

• Competitive, market-aligned salary

• Performance-based bonuses

• Employee referral programs and quarterly recognition awards

Health & Wellbeing

• Medical insurance coverage for employees

• Paid annual leave

• Wellness initiatives and confidential counselling support

Modern Tooling

• Access to licensed cloud accounting tools (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, FreeAgent)

• Tools such as Dext, Hubdoc, RTI, and NEST

• Dual-monitor workstations and automation-driven processes

Work Culture

• Transparent communication and regular one-on-one meetings

• Inclusive and collaborative team environment

• Structured work schedules with no unexpected late-night calls Stability & Clients

• Over 20 years of experience working with UK accounting practices

• Strong, long-term client relationships

• Consistent project pipeline ensuring job stability