Assistant Accounts Manager | Winchester | Ernest & Co Recruitment
A rare opportunity has arisen with a highly established and successful SME in Winchester. They are seeking an experienced Accounting professional, with leadership skills who wishes to make the next step within their career.
- Location: Office based role in central Winchester
- Hours: Monday – Friday 0900-1700
- Salary: up to £40,000 per year plus annual bonus
- 30 days holiday and additional flex days
- Life cover (4 x salary)
- Study support available
Initially shadowing and reporting to the current Accounts Manager, you will then be progressing within the next 12 months to overseeing a team of 2 accounts assistants. In view of the level of responsibilities you will be undertaking, it is imperative that you have a strong background and qualifications to match this role. You will possess a relevant degree and are already part-qualified (ACCA) with a willingness to study further.
With a fantastic support network and the opportunity to work for a company who recognise and reward their employees (and can assist with funding and time to undertake professional qualifications) for you to carve out a successful and rewarding career.
As the role evolves from Assistant Accounts Manager, to Manager, you will take full responsibility for the company’s daily financial operations, supported by a team of two Accounts Assistants. You will lead the finance function, deliver accurate and timely reporting, and ensure strong internal controls.
Assistant Accounts Manager responsibilities:
- Controlling BACS submission processes and managing banking authorities.
- Maintaining controls over settlements and adjustments, and commissions.
- Overseeing payroll, pensions, benefits, and HMRC submissions.
- Producing timely monthly management accounts and ensure full reconciliation of all ledgers and control accounts.
- Managing the year-end audit and liaise with external auditors.
- Leading, supporting, and developing the accounts team to ensure high-quality delivery and team resilience.
- Contributing financial insights to business decisions and identifying process improvements.
- Supporting system and reporting enhancements and implement process improvements across the department.
This role would suit someone with a solid accounting background, ready to move into a management role – or already in one and looking for a stable, long-term opportunity.
Essential skills, experience & qualifications:
- A relevant degree and very strong Microsoft Excel skills (essential).
- At least 5 years’ experience within an accounts role
- Highly numerate, detail-oriented, and organised.
- Hands-on experience in accounting and financial reporting.
- Part-qualified (ACCA) or have already started with your ACCA qualifications.
- Experience with Sage Accounts.
A clear communicator and team player with the confidence to take ownership.
We are seeking an Assistant Accounts Manager to commence in September or October and look forward to receiving your application!
How do I apply? Upload your CV using the form to the right, we look forward to hearing from you.
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Assistant Accounts Manager | Winchester | Ernest & Co Recruitment