Accounts Manager

IPS Finance is working exclusively with a privately owned business in North Yorkshire. our client is an established and growing SME operating across a range of commercial activities. Reporting directly to the Directors, this is a broad and hands-on accounting role taking responsibility for the day-to-day finance function. The position would suit an experienced Accounts Manager, Company Accountant or Senior Bookkeeper looking for a varied role within a growing owner managed business.

You will oversee the transactional finance processes whilst producing management information and maintaining accurate financial records across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day finance function, including sales and purchase ledger activities
• Preparing invoices, supplier payments, bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate accounting records
• Producing monthly management accounts, trial balance information, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns and supporting month-end processes
• Monitoring cash flow, budgets and profitability across the business
• Processing expenses and preparing payroll information for external providers
• Producing financial reports and analysis for the Directors to support business decision-making
• Managing intercompany transactions and liaising with external accountants regarding year-end accounts preparation
• Maintaining financial controls and identifying opportunities to improve finance processes and procedures
• Providing general finance and administrative support as required

The Successful Candidate

• Previous experience in a broad accounting or finance role within an SME environment
• Confident working independently and managing multiple priorities
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Good communication skills and ability to work closely with business owners
• Experience of accounting software such as Xero, Sage or similar would be

Salary of £40,000 - £45,000 IPS Finance has 45 years' experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit our website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.