£27K/yr to £35K/yr
England, United Kingdom
Permanent, Variable

Senior Accounts Assistant/Accounts Manager

Posted by Simpson Judge Ltd.

My client is currently recruiting an experienced accounts manager/senior accounts assistant to join our well-established finance function based at their HQ in Cheshire.

This is a permanent, full-time office-based position working Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm.
Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for managing two staff with responsibility for the purchase ledger, banking activities. This is a hands-on roll where you will be directly involved in the day-to-day activities of the finance function. You need to have the business acumen and shared awareness of their sector to thrive thus achieving results & solid working relationships

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Preparation of management accounts up to TB level with supporting schedules and analysis.
  • Payroll administration, internal reporting and assistance with monthly payroll preparation.
  • Journal posting, prepayments, accruals and depreciation.
  • Maintenance of the fixed asset register.
  • Reconciliation of key client and supplier accounts.
  • Balance sheet ownership.
  • Assist with year end audit.
  • Provide cover to purchase ledger and banking.
  • Other ad hoc tasks connected to the smooth running of the finance function.

About you:

  • Hold a recognised financial qualification such as AAT (Level 3 or 4)
  • Experience in a similar role.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Strong IT skills and good with data.
  • Self-organised, confident and able to meet deadlines.
  • A strong team player.
  • Experience with Sage (200, payroll) would be beneficial

Benefits

  • Competitive salary.
  • Company bonus scheme.
  • 25 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays.
  • Work placed pension.

Please apply