Accounts Manager / Bookkeeper - Up to £36k DOE

Office Angels; Crawley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Crawley is seeking an Accounts Manager / Bookkeeper to oversee finance operations. This hands-on role involves managing financial activities, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance. Ideal candidates should have proven finance experience, be detail-oriented, and possess strong accounting software skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in finance or bookkeeping role required.
• Comfortable using accounting software (e.g. Sage).
• Knowledge of VAT, Construction Industry Scheme, and basic payroll posting needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer and supplier payments and reconciliations.
• Prepare and submit financial returns (e.g., VAT).
• Support month-end and year-end reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Integrity

Excel skills

Accounting software proficiency

Job description

Accounts Manager / Bookkeeper
Location: Crawley
Type: Monday-Friday, Full time
Salary: Up to £36k

We're looking for an experienced Accounts Manager / Bookkeeper to take full ownership of finance operations within a dynamic, growing business. This is a varied, hands-on role where you'll oversee day-to-day financial activity, support leadership with key reporting, and ensure accurate record keeping and compliance.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Managing customer and supplier payments, reconciliations and cashflow


• Overseeing purchase ledger and expense processes


• Preparing and submitting regular financial returns (e.g. VAT, Construction Inudstry Scheme)


• Supporting month-end and year-end reporting, including journals and reconciliations


• Handling credit control, payroll journals, and system checks


• Maintaining internal records such as fixed assets, expenses, and banking documentation


• Liaising with external contacts where needed (e.g. accountants, auditors)

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in a similar all-round finance or bookkeeping role


• Comfortable using accounting software (e.g. Sage or similar)


• Knowledge of core areas like VAT, Construction Industry Scheme and basic payroll posting


• Strong Excel and systems skills


• Excellent attention to detail, integrity and ability to work independently

NEXT STEPS:

• Apply today, the client is looking for someone to interview and start immediately!


• Please apply today with your up to date CV!


• If you experience any issues applying, please send your CV along with the name of the role you are applying for to [e-mail]

If you are interested in this role and wish to be considered, please apply with your CV now!

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Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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