Accountant

Mech Tech Professionals are recruiting an accountant for an expanding company with tremendous growth potential and ambitious plans to increase turnover. This has led to the necessity for the company to adapt considerably as new processes are introduced and the culture is changed from a small to medium sized enterprise. The role holder will need a flexible approach to embrace change but need to be a confident and competent individual who is able to perform well under pressure, with little external support. The Role: The job of Accountant is a dynamic role within a fast moving and expanding company based near Romsey in the South of England. Due to the rapid expansion and the nature of its business, it is envisaged that the role holder will be required to commit to a steep learning curve while they not only learn the business but also establish and develop themselves into the role. Reporting into the Finance Manager, the role holder will be fully supported throughout thier development but will also be granted a high degree of autonomy and will be expected to take responsibility accordingly. The Candidate: We are looking for a qualified/part qualified/QBE accounts professional who is as comfortable with data entry as preparing accurate Management Information to a tight deadline, but also has the presence to stand in for the Finance Manager as and when required to do so. The individual must have a proven track record and “hands on” experience of sales & purchase ledger as well as preparing, producing, and justifying accurate Management Information (Balance Sheet, P&L & TB etc…) whilst ensuring that the relevant processes are followed. An ability to work on one’s own initiative is essential as, in the future, the role will become more autonomous as experience is gained and departmental processes are streamlined. The working environment is dynamic and requires a candidate who enjoys a challenge and has a “can do” flexible attitude as it is often necessary to juggle several activities simultaneously. There are many rewards for the right candidate including the satisfaction and financial rewards linked with achievement and potential to develop a long-term career within an expanding successful business. Role/Candidate Essentials: Exceptional attention to detail. At least 3 years Accounts experience gained in a similar role in an industrial environment. Significant first-hand practical experience of Sage 50 Accounts & Payroll to run weekly and monthly payroll (including pensions), process Purchase Orders, administrate the Sales & Purchase Ledger, produce VAT returns and Management Information (Balance Sheet, P&L & TB etc…). Significant first-hand practical experience of Excel to produce Management reports. Experience of meeting statutory obligations for HMRC & Companies House, including CIS. A “can do” attitude. Be honest, diligent, highly organised and confidential. Excellent communication skills (both oral and written) and the ability to negotiate/communicate at all levels both internally and externally (Bank, HRMC, Creditors, Debtors, Accountants etc). Ability to work alone and as part of a team. Capable and willing to develop the role and to play a part in the growth of the company. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES (Key Processes as directed, including but not limited to:) Sales ledger - administrate the sales ledger process including setting up new customers, checking, raising and sending sales invoices, maintaining work in progess, accrued income and bed debt provision schedules. Credit control – ensuring the receipt of payments in accordance with commercial terms and following up and chasing overdue payments. Day to day accounting procedures – posting bank payments & receipts, maintaining the asset register, month end reconciliations including debtors, bank, credit card, VAT, creditors, HMRC, pensions, salaries & wages, accruals & prepayments, HP accounts, fixed assets. Management information – preparation of monthly management accounts, information and dashboards for the Finance Manager to publish. Payroll - weekly & monthly administration and processing of payroll through Sage. Pension – administration and processing of weekly and monthly. Expenses – administration and processing of weekly and monthly. Statutory obligations – ensuring statutory returns including VAT, P60’s, P11d’s, CIS and Companies House returns are submitted and paid on time in full. End year accounts – preparation of year end accounts for the Finance Manager to finalise with the company accountants. Holiday – maintaining holiday records. Absence cover - purchase order processing including the administration of the KANBAN system and hose purchases and records. Administration of the purchase ledger. Support - the Finance Manager with the running of the accounts functions and make entries into the sage system as directed

Location: Awbridge, GB

Posted Date: 1/15/2025