At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage client and company finances, ensuring accurate records and compliance.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in Bishop's Stortford with a focus on financial excellence.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, pension scheme, 25 days holiday, and free parking.
- Other info: Ongoing training and professional development opportunities available.
- Why this job: Take ownership of finances and make a real impact in a hands-on role.
- Qualifications: AAT or equivalent qualification with at least 3 years' accounting experience.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 35000 £ per year.
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 online, or call for further information.
Accounts Manager employer: RecruitAbility Ltd
Join a dynamic and supportive team as an Accounts Manager in Bishop's Stortford, where your expertise will be valued and your contributions recognised. With a competitive salary of £35,000, generous holiday allowance, and a commitment to ongoing training and professional development, we foster a culture of growth and collaboration. Enjoy the benefits of free parking and a pension scheme while working in a role that offers meaningful responsibilities and the opportunity to make a real impact on both client and company finances.
