Accounts Manager

Accounts Manager (Part-Time) We're recruiting on behalf of a friendly, well-established SME for an experienced Accounts / Finance Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function in this autonomous, part-time role. Part Time Hours: 25–30 hours/week, flexible Location: Colliers Wood, South West London (site-based) About the Role: This is a sole Accounts Manager position, supported by an external accounting firm who handle payroll, VAT returns and audits, and provide induction support. It's not a high-volume processing role (around 10 supplier invoices per week) — instead, it's a varied, hands-on role covering purchase and sales ledger, credit control, banking, reconciliations, cashflow, VAT, payroll support, month-end processes and financial reporting, working closely with the Directors. Key Responsibilities * Manage the purchase ledger, process and reconcile supplier invoices, and process supplier payments * Raise and process sales invoices, manage credit control and chase overdue accounts * Complete bank and credit card reconciliations and monitor company cash position * Assist with monthly/quarterly management accounts, P&L and cashflow reporting * Calculate and process VAT, PAYE and National Insurance payments * Process employee expenses and support payroll-related record keeping * Maintain accurate financial records within Xero and support process improvement * Liaise with external accountants and auditors, and support year-end statutory accounts What We're Looking For * 3+ years' proven UK experience in a finance/accounts role, or equivalent (desirable) * AAT qualification, part-qualified AAT, or relevant accounting study (desirable) * Strong practical bookkeeping and accounting experience, including purchase/sales ledger, credit control and reconciliations * Experience with VAT, PAYE and National Insurance processes * Experience using Xero (or similar finance systems) ; strong Microsoft Excel skills * Experience working within an SME environment is advantageous * Proactive, hands-on and inquisitive, with strong commercial awareness and attention to detail * Confident communicator, comfortable dealing with Directors, clients, suppliers and external accountants What's on Offer * Health Shield cash back plans * Good employer pension contribution * Free on-site parking * Bonus potential * Possible study support * Regular social events, including Christmas and summer parties * An autonomous role in a friendly working environment If you're a proactive, hands-on finance professional looking for an autonomous Accounts Manager role with real flexibility, apply today