Senior Accounts Assistant

Description

We are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a successful family-run company in Stourport-on-Severn.

They are looking to appoint a new Senior Accounts Assistant / Accounts Manager to take ownership of the finance function. The outgoing Accounts Manager will remain with the company for approximately three months to provide a full handover and training period, ensuring the successful candidate has everything they need to confidently step into the role.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking for a varied, hands-on role within a stable and growing business.

The Role

Working as part of a small finance team, you'll manage a varied workload and have the autonomy to organise your own day. The Directors are rarely on-site and trust their team to manage their responsibilities independently, meaning this role would suit someone who enjoys having ownership and responsibility.

Key responsibilities include:

Day-to-day bookkeeping Processing payroll Supplier payments Purchase and sales invoicing VAT returns Accruals and prepayments Depreciation Preparing year-end accounts for external accountants About You

The ideal candidate will be an experienced finance professional who is confident managing a varied accounts role and enjoys working independently.

You will ideally have:

Previous bookkeeping experience Experience processing payroll Experience completing VAT returns Strong knowledge of Sage 50 Accounts Experience using Sage Payroll This role does not require advanced Excel skills, cashflow forecasting, or producing management reports. The focus is on maintaining accurate accounts and managing the day-to-day finance operations.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for someone who is:

Self-motivated and reliable Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Comfortable working independently A strong communicator Happy taking ownership of the finance function Looking for a long-term opportunity within a friendly business The Team & Working Environment

You'll be joining a small and supportive finance team, with two other team members providing additional support.

Salary & Benefits

32,000 salary Annual performance bonus (typically around 6,000) 28 days' holiday including bank holidays On-site parking Casual dress Flexibility for personal appointments Summer and Christmas social events Why Join?

Stable, successful business with excellent staff retention Genuine autonomy and trust from the Directors Friendly, family-run culture A role offering genuine work-life balance and flexibility

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