Accounts Manager

Accounts Manager

Location:

Electract Ltd, Bardon Hill, Leicestershire
Working Pattern:
Full-Time, Office Based
Salary: £33,000 - £37,000 per year (depending on experience)

Electract Ltd is seeking a motivated and experienced Accounts Manager to join our team based at our Bardon Hill office in Leicestershire. This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional looking to take ownership of key financial processes while managing a small accounts team and supporting the continued growth of the business.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the successful candidate will play a vital role in maintaining accurate financial records, managing reporting requirements, and supporting operational performance across our contracts.

• Manage a small accounts team consisting of Sales Ledger and Purchase Ledger personnel.
• Maintain applications for Industrial Contracts and self-billing arrangements on new-build housing contracts.
• Maintain the nominal ledger, including:
  • Journal entries
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Raising Payments
  • Fixed asset management
• Prepare quarterly Work in Progress (WIP) reports for Small Works and Housing Contracts.
• Analyse financial performance across Small Works and Housing Contracts.
• Review, check and sign off weekly payroll.
• Provide cover for the Payroll Co-ordinator during periods of absence.
• Support the wider finance function and contribute to continuous process improvement.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Part-qualified or qualified AAT status, or equivalent experience gained in a similar finance role.
• Previous experience managing or supervising a small team.
• Strong working knowledge of sales and purchase ledger functions.
• Excellent organisational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• The ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Knowledge and experience of payroll processes would be advantageous, although full training will be provided.

• Salary of £33,000 - £37,000, depending on experience
• 26 days holiday plus your birthday off (excluding Bank Holidays)
• Pension Scheme
• Annual Bonus Scheme
• A supportive and friendly working environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Electract Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.