Accounts Manager

IPS Finance; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A long-established construction business in Leeds is seeking a capable Bookkeeper or Accounts Manager to oversee day-to-day finance operations. The role involves managing all bookkeeping activities using Sage 50, preparing VAT returns, and producing financial reports. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail and experience with payroll and cash flow management. Salary ranges from £35,000 to £38,000.

Qualifications

• Practical experience as a Bookkeeper with strong Sage 50 knowledge.
• Confident managing payroll and cashflow independently.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all bookkeeping duties using Sage 50 Cloud.
• Perform bank reconciliations and manage financial paperwork.
• Submit VAT returns and prepare reports for accountants.
• Produce monthly/weekly cashflow forecasts.
• Process sales invoices and oversee supplier payments.

Skills

Sage 50 knowledge

Credit control management

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Tools

Sage 50 Cloud

Microsoft Access

Job description

Overview

We're recruiting on behalf of a long-established, family-run construction and home improvement business in M, seeking a capable Bookkeeper or Accounts Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function. The business has strong supplier relationships and steady growth, and this is a key office-based role supporting the Managing Director and wider team.

Responsibilities

• Manage all bookkeeping duties using Sage 50 Cloud and Microsoft Access
• Perform bank reconciliations and manage financial paperwork
• Submit VAT returns and prepare reports for HMRC and accountants
• Produce monthly/weekly cashflow forecasts and KPI reports
• Process sales invoices and customer payments
• Oversee purchase orders and supplier payments
• Conduct customer and supplier account reconciliations
• Handle CIS payments, reverse charge VAT, retentions, and credit insurance
• Prepare and process monthly payroll, including pensions and PAYE submissions
• Manage payments for company vehicles, energy, telecoms, insurances, and accreditations

Requirements / What we’re looking for

• A practical and experienced Bookkeeper, ideally with strong Sage 50 knowledge
• Confident managing credit control, payroll, and cashflow independently
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisation

What this role suits

• Enjoys variety and autonomy in their role
• Prefers a grounded, straightforward work culture (no suits or formalities)
• Is confident dealing with suppliers and managing large account values
• Can handle a busy environment with a small, close-knit team

Salary

Salary: £35,000 - £38,000