Accounts​/Payroll Manager

Position: Accounts/ Payroll Manager
Ipswich
Full-Time | Permanent
Casanovas Recruitment Solutions

Casanovas Recruitment Solutions are delighted to be representing a successful and expanding business based in Ipswich who are seeking an experienced Accounts / Payroll Manager to join their busy and supportive finance team.

This is a highly varied role, ideal for someone who thrives in a hands‑on environment and enjoys managing a wide range of accounting and payroll responsibilities. You will take ownership of day‑to‑day finance processes as well as overseeing all payroll-related activities.

Key Responsibilities

As the Accounts / Payroll Manager, your duties will include:

* Managing all accounts payable processes

* Conducting supplier and statement reconciliations

* Processing supplier payments and maintaining payment schedules

* Reconciling accounts and preparing financial reports

* Supporting month-end and year-end procedures

* Maintaining organised and accurate financial records and correspondence

* Improving and streamlining existing accounting workflows

* Handling credit control duties when required

* Taking full responsibility for fleet management, including company insurance

* Managing payroll, company pension schemes, and VAT returns

* Carrying out additional ad hoc accounting tasks as required

Skills & Experience Required

* Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar accounting role

* Strong background in accounts payable and receivable

* Proven end-to-end payroll experience

* Proficiency in accounting systems — Microsoft Dynamics experience is advantageous

* Strong IT skills across Microsoft Office:
Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Power BI

* Excellent data entry accuracy and attention to detail

* Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines

* Confident communication skills for liaising with internal teams and external suppliers

* Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems, processes, and software

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a proactive, reliable, and detail‑driven individual who enjoys working in a varied finance role and can confidently take ownership of payroll and accounting processes. If you are looking for a role where no two days are the same and you can make a positive impact within a growing company, we’d love to hear from you