Meet the Team: Accounts at Stocksigns
While many teams keep things moving on the surface, our Accounts team quietly keeps the financial foundations steady across the entire business.
From managing payroll and budgeting to reconciling bank accounts and overseeing property portfolios, they ensure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes with organisation, collaboration, and a brilliant sense of humour.
Life in Accounts
No two days look the same. The team juggle everything from reporting, forecasting, and financial analysis to managing ISO accreditations and handling property matters.
Whether they’re solving unexpected issues, keeping cash flow healthy, or supporting other departments, the Accounts team make sure the numbers always add up.
Meet Jana – Group Finance Manager
Jana oversees the entire Accounts team, managing everything from payroll and cash flow to budgeting, forecasting, and weekly reporting. Although she says there’s no “typical day,” she thrives on variety and leadership.
Projects she’s proud of
Two standouts:
- Streamlining stock management
- Successfully moving the business to a new payroll platform
Both required precision, planning, and patience all of which Jana brings in abundance.
What she finds most fulfilling
Her team! Jana says the best part of her job is managing her people and being incredibly proud of everything they achieve together.
Career journey
She started as an accounts admin and worked her way up through credit control, purchase ledger, and financial controller roles, eventually becoming Group Finance Manager.
Fun facts
- Actively raises funds for charities and donates to food banks
- Would be an IT tech if she weren’t in finance
- Loves gardening and unwinding with a good book
Meet Gail – Accounts Administrator (British & Foreign Wharf Company Ltd)
Gail looks after the B&F properties and investments, as well as the company’s ISO accreditations. Her role spans everything from property management and invoicing rents to reconciling bank accounts and chasing payments and she handles it all with calm efficiency.
Projects she’s proud of
Gail’s standout achievement is securing triple certification for ISO Accreditation, a huge milestone that reflects her dedication and organisation.
What she finds most interesting
You might not expect drama in accounts, but Gail has stories including dealing with squatters in an empty London property. No two days are ever dull!
Career journey
Her career began after a Business Studies course, with her first role handling motor accident claims for an insurance company. Over time, she found her niche in accounts and property management, bringing a wealth of experience to Stocksigns.
Fun facts
- Used to work in a party shop
- Would likely still be in an office-based accounting role if not here
- Shares the same sense of humour as her teammates a must-have in Accounts!
Teamwork That Adds Up
Together, Jana, Gail and the rest of the team keep the financial heartbeat of the business strong. They bring organisation, experience, and kindness to their roles as well as a collaborative spirit that makes the entire Accounts department a supportive place to work.
Whether they’re balancing the books, solving unexpected challenges, or celebrating wins together, the Accounts team help keep Stocksigns running smoothly every day.
