Accounts Manager

Nixon Caunce Associates; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established SME in Ellesmere Port is seeking an Accounts Manager for a permanent role to manage financial processes, prepare invoices, and oversee payroll submissions. The successful candidate will provide financial guidance to internal teams and ensure compliance with regulations. Experience with Xero or Sage is essential. This position offers a salary ranging from £40,000 to £50,000, along with benefits such as pension and career development opportunities, all within a fully office-based environment.

Benefits

Salary – £40,000 – £50,000

Pension

Free Parking

Career Development

Qualifications

• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Hands-on experience with Xero or Sage accounting software.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong communication abilities.
• Confidence in dealing directly with HMRC and managing payroll-related submissions.

Responsibilities

• Manage all company financial processes from compliance to day-to-day accounting.
• Prepare and follow up on invoices for prompt payments.
• Maintain healthy cash flow by liaising with clients.
• Manage monthly payroll submissions and handle HMRC communications.
• Oversee project finances in collaboration with senior management.
• Provide financial guidance and training to internal teams.
• Assist in financial planning and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Xero accounting software

Sage accounting software

Organizational skills

Communication abilities

Job description

Accounts Manager – Permanent Role / Ellesmere Port / Salary £40,000-£50,000 dependant on qualifications and experience + Excellent Benefits / Excellent Career Development Opportunity / Fully Office Based

Accounts Manager Benefits

• Salary – £40,000 – £50,000 Dependent on Experience
• Pension
• Free Parking
• Career Development

Accounts Manager Role

NC Associates are working exclusively with a well-established SME in Ellesmere Port who are looking for an Accounts Manager to manage end to end accounts.

Accounts Manager Responsibilities

• Take ownership of all company financial processes — from compliance and reporting to day-to-day accounting functions.
• Prepare, issue, and follow up on invoices to guarantee accuracy and prompt payments.
• Keep on top of outstanding balances, chasing and liaising with clients where needed to maintain healthy cash flow.
• Manage the company’s monthly payroll submissions and handle all related HMRC communications, including EPS (Employer Payment Summary) and FPS (Full Payment Submission).
• Work closely with the Managing Director and Senior Manager to coordinate and oversee project finances.
• Provide financial guidance and training to internal teams when needed, supporting wider business understanding and efficiency.
• Assist the management team with financial planning and ensure all statutory and regulatory obligations are met.

Accounts Manager Experience Required

• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Hands-on experience with Xero or Sage accounting software
• Excellent organisational skills and strong communication abilities.
• Confidence in dealing directly with HMRC and managing payroll-related submissions.

Please get in touch for immediate consideration by contacting Jodie Cooper at NC Associates – 07384-462-669

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