Accountant

Accountant

Colchester Area 16 Hours per Week £25 per Hour Flexible Working Pattern

About the Company

Our client is an established business operating within the construction supply sector. With an annual turnover of approximately £3 million and a team of 14 employees, the business has built a strong local reputation and offers a friendly, supportive working environment.

Based in modern premises in the Colchester area, the successful candidate will benefit from a dedicated office and the opportunity to take ownership of the finance function within a growing business.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Accountant to take ownership of the finance function on a sole-charge basis. This is a varied and hands-on role covering everything from day-to-day transactional processing through to management reporting and month-end duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Sole responsibility for the company accounts function using Sage 50

• Processing purchase ledger invoices

• Managing supplier accounts and responding to queries

• Running monthly supplier payment runs

• Allocating payments and maintaining accurate account reconciliations

• Performing bank reconciliations across multiple bank accounts

• Managing the full credit control process and chasing outstanding debt

• Posting company credit card transactions

• Preparing trial balances

• Producing monthly profit & loss accounts and balance sheets

• Preparing quarterly management reports and presenting financial information to Directors

• Preparing and submitting VAT returns

• Assisting with year-end accounting requirements

• Producing budgets and cash flow forecasts

• Preparing payroll information for submission to an external payroll bureau

• Distributing payslips to employees

• Building relationships with external accountants, banking partners, solicitors and HMRC

• Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and minimise financial risk Person Specification

Essential

• Previous accounting experience in a standalone or senior finance role

• Experience producing month-end accounts

• Strong understanding of reconciliations, VAT and credit control

• Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload

• Good communication skills and confidence working with both internal and external stakeholders

• Flexible, hands-on approach with a willingness to support the wider business when required

• Knowledge of budgeting and cash flow forecasting Desirable

• Sage 50 experience

• Experience preparing management accounts and financial reports

• CIS knowledge (advantageous but not essential)

• Experience improving finance processes and procedures Salary & Benefits

• £25 per hour

• Approximately 16 hours per week

• Flexible working pattern to suit individual circumstances

• 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata)

• Free on-site parking

• Dedicated office space

• Full handover and support during onboarding Team Fit

The successful candidate will enjoy working within a close-knit business environment, be comfortable taking ownership of the finance function, and bring a proactive, hands-on approach to their work. A personable individual who enjoys building positive working relationships and contributing to a collaborative team culture will thrive in this position.