Accountant​/Bookkeeper

Position: Accountant / Bookkeeper
Are you an experienced Accountant or Bookkeeper looking for a varied, standalone role where you can genuinely make an impact?
We're recruiting on behalf of a successful and growing SME group based in Wolverhampton, seeking a capable finance professional to take ownership of the finance function across three group companies.
Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations while providing valuable financial insight to support continued business growth. With ambitious expansion plans, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable business where your contribution will be recognised and valued.

The Role
This is a hands-on, all-round finance position with responsibility for:
 
* Managing the full bookkeeping and accounting function across three companies
 
* Accounts payable, accounts receivable and credit control
 
* Bank, supplier and balance sheet reconciliations
 
* Monthly journals, accruals and prepayments
 
* Producing monthly trial balances
 
* End-to-end payroll for approximately 50 employees
 
* VAT returns and statutory compliance
 
* Intercompany accounting and reconciliations
 
* Cashflow monitoring and reporting
 
* Producing financial reports and supporting business decision making
 
* Working closely with the Managing Director to provide financial insight and analysis.
About You
We're looking for someone who enjoys taking ownership and thrives in a standalone finance role.
You'll ideally have:
 
* 5-10 years' accounting or bookkeeping experience within an SME
 
* Experience managing the finances of multiple entities or group companies
 
* Strong knowledge of Quick Books, Sage and Microsoft Excel
 
* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
 
* Confidence managing a finance function independently
 
* A proactive approach with strong communication skills
 
* AAT qualification would be advantageous but is not essential.
What's on Offer?
 
* Salary of £35,000-£40,000
 
* 28 days holiday including bank holidays
 
* Pension scheme
 
* Private healthcare
 
* Business performance incentives and loyalty rewards
 
* Modern, purpose-built offices
 
* A stable, long-term opportunity within a growing business
 
* The chance to work closely with senior leadership and influence business performance.
If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, enjoy variety, and become a trusted member of a growing business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Think Accountancy & Finance for a confidential discussion