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Bookkeeper
Reporting directly to senior management, this is a varied and hands-on role within an SME environment. The position will suit an experienced finance professional who enjoys managing a broad workload, maintaining accurate financial records and providing reliable financial information to support business decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing the day-to-day finance function
- Point of contact for the MD for all finance matters
- Maintaining the sales and purchase ledgers
- Processing supplier invoices and payment
- Forecasting costs for upcoming jobs
- Raising sales invoices and monitoring customer accounts
- Managing credit control activities and chasing outstanding balances
- Completing bank reconciliations and cashflow monitoring
- Processing expenses and maintaining accurate financial records
- Maintaining financial controls and improving finance processes where appropriate
- Manage payroll on a weekly and monthly basis
- Produce monthly profit and loss report
- Ensure compliance with HMRC
- Providing financial and administrative support to the wider business
Candidate Profile
- Previous experience in a Bookkeeper, Accounts Manager, Finance Manager or similar all-round finance role
- Strong bookkeeping and transactional accounting experience
- Good systems and Excel skills
- Well organised with strong attention to detail
- AAT qualified or qualified by experience candidates will be considered
Salary & Benefits
- Salary circa £35,000
- Full-time permanent role
- Pension scheme
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Supportive and stable working environment
- On-site parking
Career Development & Selling Points
This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful owner-managed business in a broad finance role with significant autonomy. The successful candidate will become a valued member of the team, taking ownership of the finance function and working closely with senior management. The position offers variety, responsibility and the opportunity to make a genuine contribution to the continued success of the business. There is opportunity to establish yourself into a broader finance manager role as you progress with the business.
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.
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Nathaniel Griffin
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