Accounts Manager

IPS Group Ltd; Beeston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Leeds is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Manager to oversee financial operations and support decision-making. Responsibilities include producing management accounts, managing payroll, and ensuring accurate financial records. The ideal candidate will possess Xero knowledge and strong analytical skills, with a competitive salary of £40,000 to £45,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Bonus

Enhanced holiday

Pension

Qualifications

• Experience in financial management and reporting is essential.
• Strong analytical skills for producing accounts and forecasts.
• Proficient in managing payroll and VAT returns.

Responsibilities

• Produce and analyze monthly management accounts.
• Ensure accuracy of financial records and reconciliations.
• Manage debtors and creditors to ensure timely payments.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Conscientious

Financial analysis

Tools

Xero

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and conscientious Accounts Manager for a role with a £5m turnover manufacturer in the Holbeck area of Leeds.

Our client operates on Xero, and knowledge of the software would be highly advantageous.

The role will report to the business directors and oversee one accounts assistant.

Main duties of the role include:

1. Produce and analyze monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow reports.
2. Ensure financial records, reconciliations, and journal entries are accurate and complete.
3. Provide information and recommendations to the management team to support commercial decisions.
4. Manage debtors and creditors, ensuring receivables are collected on time and payables are controlled.
5. Prepare and submit VAT returns as required.
6. Create annual budgets and forecasts, monitor against budget and forecast, and identify variances.
7. Manage payroll, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of payments and deductions.

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + bonus, enhanced holiday, and pension.

IPS Finance has 40 years’ experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long-term relationships with both individuals and clients across all sectors, bringing real benefits to all involved. Please visit our website to view the latest accountancy, finance, and practice opportunities.