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Accountant Job Share

Pursuit Resources Group
Posted 4 days ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Bishop's Stortford, Essex CM22 7DG, England

Contract type

Part Time

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  • The position is for a part-time, job-share Accountant based in Bishop's Stortford with a salary range of £40,000 - £50,000 pro rata.
  • Candidates must have proven experience as an Accountant and be fully qualified (ACCA).
  • The role requires managing financial transactions, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
  • Applicants must be car drivers due to the location and should possess proficiency in accounting software.
  • The working pattern is hybrid, with a commitment of 21 hours per week, and the successful candidate must be available during school holidays unless on leave.

Job Title: Accountant (Job-Share)Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 pro rataLocation: Bishop's StortfordContract: Permanent/Part-Time (21 hours per week)Working Pattern: Hybrid

Benefits:

  • Free, onsite parking
  • Free refreshments
  • Complete Christmas shut down
  • 22 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays
  • Referral programme

About the Role:

We are partnering with an exciting company looking to recruit a skilled and hands-on Accountant to join their team on a part-time, job-share basis. This position offers flexibility with working hours (21 hours per week) and can be adapted to suit school hours. However, you must be available to work during school holidays unless taking annual leave.

As an Accountant, you will be responsible for maintaining the company's financial records, preparing accounts, managing payroll and credit control, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Your role will directly contribute to the smooth running of all finance responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage all aspects of the company's financial transactions
  • Prepare financial statements and reports using bespoke accounting software
  • Reconcile bank statements and review accounts and cash flow
  • Assist with budgets, forecasts, and cash flow reports
  • Handle credit control, including due diligence for new customers and suppliers
  • Ensure compliance with tax regulations
  • Analyse financial data and resolve discrepancies
  • Assist external accountants with year-end processes and submissions
  • Complete monthly stock takes
  • Process monthly payroll and handle HMRC submissions
  • Manage employee expense form submissions
  • Oversee petty cash and company credit card management

Your Skills and Experience:

  • Proven experience as an Accountant
  • Fully Qualified (ACCA)
  • Must be a Car Driver due to location
  • Proficiency in accounting software
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and regulations
  • Excellent analytical skills and ability to extract insights from financial data
  • High attention to detail and strong organisational abilities
  • Effective interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information securely

If you would like to discuss the role in more detail, please apply with your CV. If you wish to discuss the position in more detail with a member of the team, please call .

We are currently only accepting applications from those who reside in the UK, with full Visa status. Applications from outside of the UK will not be shortlisted. If you have plans to relocate, please disclose this via your cv / a cover letter to accompany your application.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.