Accounts Manager

Accounts Manager Location: CaerphillySalary: Up to £45,000 DOE

Are you an experienced Accounts Manager looking for a role where you can truly make an impact? Do you thrive in a busy environment where your expertise is valued, and your ideas can drive positive change? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

About the Company

Our client is a well-established manufacturing organisation based in Caerphilly, operating successfully for over 25 years. As part of a larger group, they continue to grow and evolve, offering a stable yet innovative environment. They are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Manager to lead their finance function and be a key part of their senior leadership team.

The Role

Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will take full ownership of the accounts function, overseeing one team member. Your role will be critical in ensuring the integrity and efficiency of all financial aspects of the business. Beyond the numbers, this is an opportunity to drive improvements, streamline processes, and play an influential role in shaping the company’s financial future.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Leadership – Prepare monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy with associated accruals and FX calculations.
• Strategic Financial Planning – Manage cash flow and FX forecasting to support business growth.
• Process Improvement – Lead the automation of manual processes to enhance efficiency and provide insightful financial data to senior management.
• Accounts Oversight – Supervise purchase and sales ledger functions, VAT processing, bank reconciliations, and credit control.
• Payroll & Compliance – Oversee payroll, verify commission payments, and ensure compliance with PAYE, pensions, and holiday tracking.
• Project Leadership – Take the lead on finance-related projects, including banking migration and potential accounting system transitions.
• Group Reporting – Ensure financial information is accurately reported to the Group in a timely manner.
• Grant & Funding Management – Oversee financial requirements for grant-funded projects.

What We’re Looking For

• AAT qualified, part-qualified (stopped studier), or QBE with a solid technical accounting background.
• Experience working within the manufacturing or SME sector preferred.
• A hands-on, adaptable professional who enjoys rolling up their sleeves and getting involved.
• Strong Excel skills with experience using various accounting packages.
• A forward-thinking mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.
• A confident leader who thrives in a senior leadership role and wants to make a real difference.

Why Join?

• Influence & Impact – Be part of the senior leadership team, contributing directly to the company’s success.
• Working hours (Monday – Thursday: 8am – 4.45pm, Friday: 8am – 4pm, with a 30-minute lunch break).
• A role where your ideas and improvements are encouraged and recognised.
• Free on-site parking.
• Pension scheme and 22 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Office-Based Stability – Enjoy the collaborative environment of an office-based role.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a tangible impact, we’d love to hear from you! Get in touch today to join a company that values your expertise and encourages innovation.