RecruitAbility Ltd
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
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