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Talent-UK are recruiting on behalf of their client - a well-established Contractor to the construction industry for a full time Accounts and Office Manager on a permanent basis , based in Keighley
Looking for someone to join a fast growing & vibrant company; the business prides itself on creativity in everything that they develop and maintains a personal approach with all customers. As well as ticking the boxes below - we are looking for someone who truly cares about the quality of the work that they deliver and the relationships that they build. Importantly, as they are a rapidly growing company, we are looking for someone who will thrive in this environment and be motivated to make their mark on the company by implementing processes and ways-of-working that support the upward growth of the company.
The role of Accounts/Office Manager requires a diligent, organised, and enthusiastic individual with strong experience within a finance and office setting to support construction teams. This is an exciting role for someone who is ready to take on a challenge and grow with a fast-expanding business.
The ideal candidate should be a highly organised finance professional with a fantastic telephone manner, possess leadership and communication skills.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
- Lead a small team of Accounts and Office Administrators - team is made up of 3 people
- Bookkeeping and finance administration - all elements of accounts administration:
- Management of purchase ledger and sale ledger.
- Preparation of payroll information and CIS.
- Monthly PAYE deductions.
- Bank reconciliations.
- Deal with expense claims.
- Production of quarterly VAT returns.
- Preparation of monthly management accounts.
- Weekly revenue reporting.
- Handling any ad hoc queries to support Directors and team.
- Providing administration support to the Directors.
- Receptionist/PA duties - Handle incoming and outgoing telephone calls in a professional and courteous manner, managing email accounts, assisting MD with PA tasks such as queries, calls and diary management.
- Office management, to include: administrative duties, HR admin and general office management.
- Creating and maintaining well organised computer and paper filing systems, and handling of confidential documentation.
- Support the ISO programme and audits.
Knowledge, Experience & Skills Required
- Able to hit the ground running and multitask.
- A deep understanding and knowledge of using Sage 50 finance software.
- Accountancy qualifications ideally AAT Level 3 or equivalent, OR demonstrate a minimum of 5 years relevant experience.
- Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) knowledge and experience.
- Payroll and HR experience
- Experience working within a busy office and accounts role
- Excellent computer skills - Word and Excel or equivalent is essential.
- Ability to work under own initiative without direction.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Excellent communicator and telephone manner.
- Ambitious and aspirational to grow with the business.
- Methodical and process led.
- Strong administration skills.
- Strong time management skills.
- Proactive approach.
- Keen eye for detail and accuracy.
- Able to work under pressure and to deadlines.
- Enjoys working in fast paced environments.
路 Weekdays 8.30am-5pm
路 Pension (Nest).
路 20 days holiday + Bank Holidays.
路 Various training events and courses.
路 Free Parking
This vacancy is advertised on behalf of Talent-UK Ltd who are operating as an employment agency/business, we are an equal opportunities employer, Your application will be sent to us for review, at which stage we will be in touch to discuss your details further. We will not submit your CV until you have been briefed on the position and we have your consent to do so.
