At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage day-to-day finance functions and produce insightful financial reports.
- Company: Established SME in North Yorkshire with a supportive owner-managed culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on experience, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on improving finance processes.
- Why this job: Join a growing business and make a real impact on financial decision-making.
- Qualifications: Experience in accounting roles and proficiency in software like Xero or Sage.
IPS Finance is working exclusively with a privately owned business in North Yorkshire. Our client is an established and growing SME operating across a range of commercial activities. Reporting directly to the Directors, this is a broad and hands-on accounting role taking responsibility for the day-to-day finance function. The position would suit an experienced Accounts Manager, Company Accountant or Senior Bookkeeper looking for a varied role within a growing owner-managed business.
You will oversee the transactional finance processes whilst producing management information and maintaining accurate financial records across the business.
Key Responsibilities- Managing the day-to-day finance function, including sales and purchase ledger activities
- Preparing invoices, supplier payments, bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate accounting records
- Producing monthly management accounts, trial balance information, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations
- Preparing and submitting VAT returns and supporting month-end processes
- Monitoring cash flow, budgets and profitability across the business
- Processing expenses and preparing payroll information for external providers
- Producing financial reports and analysis for the Directors to support business decision-making
- Managing intercompany transactions and liaising with external accountants regarding year-end accounts preparation
- Maintaining financial controls and identifying opportunities to improve finance processes and procedures
- Providing general finance and administrative support as required
- Previous experience in a broad accounting or finance role within an SME environment
- Confident working independently and managing multiple priorities
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Good communication skills and ability to work closely with business owners
- Experience of accounting software such as Xero, Sage or similar
Salary of £40,000 - £45,000
Accounts Manager in Ripon employer: IPS Finance
Join a well-established independent firm of Chartered Accountants in Selby, where you will thrive in a supportive work culture that values flexibility and professional growth. With competitive benefits including 25 days of annual leave, study support options, and opportunities to work with diverse clients, this role as a Senior Accountant offers a rewarding career path in a collaborative environment. Experience the advantage of working in a firm that prioritises long-term relationships and employee development.
