Details:
- Salary: £35,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Bishop's Stortford
- Date: 4 days ago
Description:
Accounts Manager
Location: Bishop's Stortford
Salary: £35,000
Term: Permanent
Hours: Monday - Friday. 9am - 5pm. Office Based.
We're looking for a highly organised and detail-focused Accounts Manager to take ownership of both client and company finances. This is a hands-on role offering a broad range of responsibilities across accounting, payroll, VAT, reporting and compliance.
The Role
As Accounts Manager, you'll be responsible for ensuring all financial records are maintained accurately and efficiently whilst supporting the wider business with financial reporting, budgeting and day-to-day accounting functions.
Key Responsibilities
Client Accounting
Managing and reconciling client bank accounts
Processing client income and payments
Supplier payment processing and account management
Monitoring arrears and managing credit control procedures
Preparing client accounts and supporting schedules
Supporting year-end accounts and audit processes
Maintaining accurate financial records across multiple accounts
Producing financial reports, budgets and forecasts
Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and client money regulations Company Accounting
Managing purchase and sales ledgers
Bank reconciliations
Cash flow monitoring and management
Producing internal management reports
Monitoring expenditure and maintaining financial controls VAT, Payroll & Compliance
Preparing and submitting VAT returns
Ensuring correct VAT treatment across a range of transactions
Processing monthly payroll
Managing workplace pensions and auto-enrolment requirements
Ensuring compliance with HMRC and payroll legislation About You
We're looking for someone who can work independently, manage multiple priorities and bring strong technical accounting knowledge to the role.
AAT, ICB or equivalent bookkeeping/accounting qualification
At least 3 years' accounting or bookkeeping experience
Experience preparing client accounts and reconciliations
Strong VAT knowledge
Payroll and pension administration experience
Excellent reconciliation and reporting skills
Strong Excel and accounting software skills
Excellent organisational and communication skills
A proactive and solution-focused approach
High attention to detail and strong levels of accuracy What's on Offer?
Salary: £35,000 per annum
Pension Scheme
Holidays: 25 days + Bank Holidays
Free Parking
Ongoing training and professional development
Please apply on line, or call (phone number removed) for further information