Full job description**Company Accountant (Temporary with Potential to Become Permanent)**
Our client, a small owner-managed business, is looking for an experienced Company Accountant to join their team on an initial temporary basis, with the potential for the role to become permanent.
This is an excellent opportunity for a capable and motivated accountant who is happy to take ownership of the finance function. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, able to work independently and confidently manage responsibilities up to Management Accountant level.
**Key Responsibilities:**
* Managing the day-to-day finance function
* Preparing monthly management accounts
* Bank reconciliations and cash flow monitoring
* Preparing and submitting VAT returns
* Overseeing purchase and sales ledgers
* Balance sheet reconciliations
* Assisting with budgeting and forecasting
* Liaising with external accountants and other key stakeholders
* Providing financial reporting and supporting the business with commercial insight
**The Successful Candidate Will Have:**
* Previous experience in a similar accounting role within an SME or owner-managed business
* Strong Xero experience (essential)
* The ability to work on their own initiative with minimal supervision
* Experience preparing management accounts
* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
* A proactive, hands-on approach with the confidence to take ownership of the finance function
**The Opportunity:**
* Initial temporary contract with the possibility of becoming permanent
* Flexible on-site working pattern
* Full-time or part-time hours will be considered
* A varied role within a friendly, supportive owner-managed business where you can make a genuine contribution
If you are an experienced accountant looking for a flexible role where you can work autonomously and make an immediate impact, we’d love to hear from you.