RG Consultancy are working with a fantastic SME in Sandbach who are recruiting an Accounts Manager/Bookkeeper to manage and maintain the company accounts. The role is a stand alone role but you will join a small office and work alongside the rest of the business, reporting into the Financial Director.

• Flexible part time working hours (25-30 hours per week)
• Some home working
• 24 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Birthday off & Christmas close down
• Free onsite parking
• Pension Scheme
• Life assurance

Role Responsibilities

• Day-to-day bookkeeping and maintenance of company accounts
• Processing sales and purchase invoices
• Bank and credit card reconciliations
• Managing accounts payable and receivable
• VAT returns and compliance
• Payroll processing and support where needed
• Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting documentation
• Liaising with external management accountants and year-end accountants
• Preparing information and schedules required for management accounts and year-end
• Supporting management with ad-hoc financial queries and reporting
• Supporting the admin team with basic duties like phone calls/queries when required

Person Specification

• Experience working as a Bookkeeper, Accounts/Office Manager or in an all-round accounts role is essential
• AAT qualified or equivalent
• Understanding of working within an SME environment within an accounts department
• Experience using XERO is preferred but not essential
• Strong IT skills including accounting software and MS Excel