Part-Time Accounts Manager

24-26 hours per week - must be able to work Monday, Thursday and Friday's, and this will be office based for first 6 months, then hybrid can be discussed - excellent benefits!

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Manager or Senior Accounts Assistant looking for a flexible part-time role within a supportive and growing business. Our client, a well-established consultancy and software company, is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Manager to join their team in Wallingford. Working closely with the Director, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day finance function within a collaborative SME environment. You will be responsible for managing core financial processes and ensuring the smooth running of the company's accounts function.

Key duties include:

Monthly accounting

• Prepare, issue and manage all project invoicing
• Manage invoicing schedules working with project managers and our project management and CRM systems
• Process and reconcile ecommerce sales uploads to Sage
• Credit control and associated financial risk mitigation
• Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Review and process employee expense claims
• Complete bank reconciliations and ensure the accuracy of all banking records
• Process and reconcile company credit card transactions
• Perform regular bank checks and oversee cash-flow management, including forecasting and monitoring.

Payroll

• Manage payroll tasks, including liaise with payroll provider and ensure compliance with HMRC requirements.
• Manage workplace pension processes, including compliance with auto-enrolment regulations and the Pensions Regulator.

Quarterly and annual management accounts and legal requirements

• Production of quarterly and annual management accounts.
• Liaise with external accountants and HMRC as required.
• Manage VAT returns and other statutory submissions.
• Identify and implement improvements to the company's finance systems.
• Assist Finance Director in breakdown of profitability across business areas.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years' experience in an accounts or finance role
• AAT Level 3 (or equivalent) as a minimum
• Experience working in a SME environment
• Strong knowledge of Sage 50 and Excel
• Experience with credit control and debtor management
• Good understanding of the Chart of Accounts and how it supports accurate reporting
• Payroll and pension administration experience beneficial
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Availability during key financial periods: July and August (critical months in our financial year), as well as quarter-end months - January, April, and October

Benefits

Our client offers an excellent working culture and a strong benefits package:

• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Company pension with 5% employer matched contributions
• Generous holiday allowance equivalent to 8.1 weeks per year
• Option to buy or sell up to 2 weeks of holiday
• Medicash health plan, virtual GP and counselling support
• Cycle to Work scheme and annual Environment Day for volunteering
• Dedicated training and professional development week each year
• Support for professional memberships and fees
• Flexible working hours
• Regular team socials and company events

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