Accounts Manager

SF Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Manager to oversee the finance department. You will lead a small team, manage payroll, and produce financial accounts. Ideal candidates will have hands-on accounting experience, strong leadership skills, and familiarity with Xero. This permanent on-site role offers the chance to improve financial processes and work closely with senior decision-makers.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Direct access to senior decision-makers

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in an Accounts Manager or similar accounting role.
• Hands-on experience with payroll and VAT.
• Confidence in team management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a small finance team.
• Produce year-end accounts and manage schedules.
• Handle payroll and liaise with external accountants.

Skills

Team leadership

Management accounts

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Tools

Xero

BrightPay

Job description

Overview

This is a varied and hands-on Accounts Manager role where you'll take ownership of the day-to-day running of the finance department and lead a small team of three. You'll work closely with the Directors, getting involved in everything from payroll to management accounts, while keeping processes running smoothly and supporting the wider business.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading, supporting, and developing a small team of three
• Producing year-end accounts and managing key financial schedules
• Running payroll for up to Overseeing pensions and HMRC submissions
• Maintaining and updating loan and mortgage schedules
• Managing sales and purchase ledger checks, payment runs, and credit card reconciliations
• Handling VAT returns, payroll journals, deferred income, and intercompany transactions
• Liaising with Directors and external accountants on financial matters
• Supporting and training team members, reviewing timesheets, and answering staff queries

What You'll Bring

• Experience in an Accounts Manager, Finance Team Leader, or similar all-round accounting role
• Hands-on experience with payroll, management accounts, and VAT
• Familiarity with Xero and payroll software (BrightPay knowledge is a bonus but not essential)
• Confidence in managing and developing a small team
• Strong organisation, attention to detail, and ability to manage a varied workload
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work closely with Directors

What You'll Get in Return

• Competitive salary, discussed at interview
• A permanent, on-site role with direct access to senior decision-makers
• The chance to take ownership of the finance function and make meaningful improvements
• A supportive team environment with variety in day-to-day work