Accounts Manager in Basildon, Essex

Accounts Manager

Location: Basildon, Essex

Salary: £38,000 - £45,000

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am-4pm

Benefits:

• 20 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Pension Scheme
• Parking on site

Our client, an established and growing construction business is seeking an experienced Accounts Manager to oversee the day-to-day management of the Sales and Purchase Ledger function. This is a varied and hands on role, ideal for a finance professional who thrives in a fast paced environment and enjoys taking ownership of multiple accounting processes. Working closely with senior management, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing payroll, ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements, and supporting month-end and year-end accounting activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the Sales and Purchase Ledger function, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and efficiently.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Ensure timely completion of monthly, quarterly and year-end accounting processes.
• Manage payroll processing, including statutory reporting and pension administration.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and other HMRC reporting requirements.
• Reconcile bank accounts and oversee cashflow management.
• Conduct credit control activities and maintain accurate customer account records.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Manage supplier payment runs, expenses and adhoc payments in line with company controls.
• Work closely with external accountants during month-end and year-end procedures.
• Ensure Companies House filings and statutory obligations are completed on time.
• Review and improve financial processes and procedures to increase efficiency.
• Produce management information and reports as required.
• Support wider administrative and office functions when needed.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in an accounting or finance management role.
• Strong knowledge of sales ledger, purchase ledger, payroll and financial reporting.
• Experience preparing VAT returns and liaising with HMRC.
• Excellent reconciliation and bookkeeping skills.
• Strong understanding of month-end and year-end accounting procedures.
• Experience with pension administration and payroll compliance.
• Confident working independently and managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.

Systems Knowledge

• Xero
• Sage 50 Accounts
• Sage Payroll
• C.I.S (Construction Industry Scheme)

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.