Senior Accountant

I'm currently working with a well-established and fast-growing company based in Ellesmere Port who are seeking a driven, personable and qualified/part-qualified Senior Accountant to join the team and help take their Finance department forward and make fit for the future.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the Purchasing element of the business working collaboratively with other staff.
• Account payable duties including entering invoices, checking statements, dealing with supplier queries, organising payment run and maintaining an accurate Aged Creditor report.
• Prepare and present monthly Management Accounts to the Directors and Shareholders.
• Prepare and monitor cash flow forecasts bi-monthly or monthly depending on the requirements of the business.
• Monthly Payroll journals.
• Preparation and submission of quarterly VAT returns.
• Preparation and submission of annual P11D returns.
• Supporting external accountants in preparing and finalising Year End Accounts.
• Full monthly balance sheet reconciliations ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the monthly Balance Sheet and Management Accounts being reported on.
• Weekly bank reconciliations ensuring all bank reconciliations are entered and kept fully up to date.
• Maintain accurate supporting Balance Sheet schedules for Fixed Assets, Prepayments and Accruals.

Required skills & experience:

• Proven experience of AP, AR, Credit Control, Management Accounts, VAT returns.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting legislation.
• Proficient in accounting software and MS Office, with an emphasis on Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Excellent management and supervisory skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage time and prioritise work effectively.
• CIMA or ACCA part qualified is essential with a firm plan to finalise studies.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary package.
• Opportunity to work with a fast growing, reputable company.
• Dynamic and supportive work environment.
• Potential progression to Financial Controller post as the company grows, with scope to extend Finance team and resources.
• Support for ongoing studies.