Accounts Manager

Trial Balance Consulting Ltd.; Rawridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Trial Balance Consulting Ltd. is recruiting an Accounts Manager for a hands-on, permanent role in Bideford.

You will take responsibility for the finance and administrative function, reporting to the owners and collaborating with the management team. The ideal candidate will have SME bookkeeping or accounts management experience, with at least two years using Sage 50 or Xero, payroll knowledge (Sage Payroll preferred), and strong Excel and credit control skills.

Qualifications

• Two years’ recent experience using Sage 50 and/or Xero.
• Payroll knowledge essential, preferably Sage Payroll.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and cross-department collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance operations and day-to-day accounting.
• Manage accounts payable/receivable and supplier payments.
• Oversee credit control and aged debt management.
• Perform bank reconciliations and cashflow monitoring.
• Prepare management accounts, monthly P&L and VAT returns.
• Oversee payroll processing and HR-related admin.
• Coordinate with accountants and external stakeholders.

Skills

Credit control

Microsoft Excel

Payroll management

Multitasking

Education

AAT or CIMA partial

Tools

Sage Payroll

Sage 50

Xero

Excel

Job description

Accounts Manager - Bideford - £35-40,000 DOE

Trial Balance Consulting have been exclusively assigned to recruit an Accounts Manager to take full responsibility for the finance and administrative function of a well-established SME. This is a permanent and full-time position, ideally commencing as soon as possible to allow for a detailed handover.

This is a hands‑on and varied role that would suit an experienced Bookkeeper, Assistant Accountant or Accounts Manager seeking a number one position in a growing and dynamic business. Reporting directly to the business owners, and working closely with a wider management team, the successful candidate will play a key role in shaping and developing the finance function while overseeing day‑to‑day office management duties.

Key responsibilities:

• Acting as the finance lead for the business, managing all day‑to‑day accounting operations
• Accounts payable and receivable management, including invoice creation and supplier payments
• Credit control and aged debtor management
• Bank reconciliations, cash accounting, and credit card reconciliation
• Budget forecasting, cashflow monitoring and variance analysis
• Preparation of management accounts, monthly P&L, VAT returns and HMRC submissions
• Internal payroll processing using Sage Payroll
• Tenant/rental income and property management administration
• Liaising with accountants, suppliers, tenants, and other external stakeholders
• General office management responsibilities and providing administrative support across departments

We’re looking for a candidate with a solid background in SME bookkeeping, accounts management or office management and at least two years’ recent experience using Sage 50 and/or Xero. Payroll knowledge is essential, ideally with Sage Payroll, alongside strong credit control skills and confidence with Microsoft Excel. You’ll be highly organised, adaptable and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment, with excellent communication skills to work effectively across departments and with external stakeholders. While not essential, qualifications such as AAT or CIMA part‑qualification, along with experience in tenant/rental administration or HR, would be advantageous.

This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a varied finance and office management portfolio, working with a passionate and collaborative leadership team. It’s a great chance for a proactive and experienced individual to make their mark and contribute to the continued success and growth of the business.