Accounts Lead

Attega Group Ltd; Dartford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave + bank holidays

Pension

Health and wellbeing package

Perkbox

Job summary

Attega Group Ltd is seeking an experienced Accounts Lead to oversee day-to-day financial operations for one of the group's divisions. Based in Dartford, you will manage credit control, supplier payments, payroll, VAT/PAYE/NI, and month-end processes, working closely with senior finance leaders.

The role requires SME accounting experience, AAT qualification, and strong Xero/Excel skills. The position is full-time with a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• AAT qualified (or equivalent) with proven SME finance experience.
• Experience handling accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger.
• Proficient with Xero and Excel for daily finance operations and reporting.
• Strong understanding of HMRC compliance including VAT, PAYE/NI and CIS.

Responsibilities

• Manage credit control processes and resolve customer invoice queries.
• Oversee supplier relationships and ensure timely, accurate payment runs.
• Administer payroll and pension contributions in line with statutory deadlines.
• Prepare and execute bank payments with proper authorization.
• Review and process employee expense claims.
• Support Head of Finance and MD with month-end reporting and reconciliations.
• Prepare VAT, PAYE/NI, and CIS returns accurately and on time.

Skills

AAT qualification

SME finance experience (AP/AR/general)

Xero proficiency

Excel proficiency

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Xero

Excel

Job description

Accounts Lead

Up to £35,000 P/A (depending on experience)

Based in Dartford from 18th January, but need to work from Laindon, Essex until office move in January, tolls will be paid with working from home for a few days.

Full time, Permanent

8am to 5pm Monday to Friday

Are you an experienced finance professional with strong all-round accounts experience in an SME environment?

Do you hold an AAT qualification and want to take the next step in your career expanding your responsibilities?

Attega Group is proud to be partnering exclusively with our client, a growing organisation made up of several specialist service businesses. Due to structural changes within the finance function, we are looking for an Accounts Lead to take ownership of day-to-day financial operations for one of the Group's key divisions.

This is a full-time, permanent position offering a salary of up to £35,000 P/A and the opportunity to work closely with senior finance leaders in a collaborative, evolving business environment.

Benefits:

• Annual leave + bank holidays
• Pension
• Health and wellbeing package
• Perkbox

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage credit control processes and resolve customer invoice queries.
• Oversee supplier relationships and ensure timely, accurate payment runs.
• Administer payroll and pension contributions in line with statutory deadlines.
• Prepare and execute bank payments with proper authorization.
• Review and process employee expense claims.
• Support the Head of Finance and Managing Director with month-end reporting and reconciliations.
• Prepare and submit VAT, PAYE/NI, and CIS returns accurately and on time.
• Monitor cashflow and assist with forecasting to support business decisions.

The Ideal Candidate:

• AAT qualified (or equivalent) with proven experience in SME finance roles (AP/AR/general accounts).
• Confident using Xero and Excel for daily finance operations and reporting.
• Strong understanding of HMRC compliance, including VAT, PAYE/NI, and CIS.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Proactive, hands‑on, and comfortable managing a broad finance remit.