Senior Accounts Assistant

Red Rock Consultants Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable organisation in Malvern is seeking an Accounts Manager to oversee the finance department and manage an Accounts Assistant. The ideal candidate has proven experience with VAT, payroll, and accounts to trial balance. The role offers a competitive salary up to £33,000, 30 days holiday, free gym access, and a friendly working environment.

Benefits

Salary up to £33,000 per annum

30 days holiday

Free on-site gym and swimming pool

Free daily lunch from the canteen

Qualifications

• Proven experience with VAT, payroll, and accounts to trial balance.
• Experience using Xero and BrightPay is advantageous.
• No formal qualification required; practical experience preferred.
• Must hold a current DBS or be willing for one to be arranged.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the finance department.
• Handle accounts up to trial balance.
• Take ownership of VAT returns and payroll for up to 80 staff.
• Assist with year-end accounts and liaise with external accountants.
• Maintain financial schedules and bank reconciliations.
• Provide guidance and support to the accounts assistant.

Skills

VAT knowledge

Payroll management

Accounts to trial balance

Xero experience

BrightPay experience

Education

Practical experience in accounting

Job description

Senior Accounts Assistant / Accounts Manager Malvern (office based)

Salary: Up to £33,000 (depending on experience)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am 5:00pm

Start Date: Immediate start available

Red Rock are working on behalf of a well-established and reputable organisation based in Malvern, who are seeking a hands‑on Accounts Manager to join their friendly finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with solid accounting experience who enjoys variety, autonomy, and being part of a supportive, close‑knit environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day‑to‑day running of the finance department (managing 1 Accounts Assistant)
• Handle accounts up to trial balance
• Take ownership of VAT returns, payroll (up to 80 staff), and related submissions
• Assist with year‑end accounts and liaise with external accountants
• Maintain financial schedules, bank reconciliations, and payment runs
• Ensure compliance with HMRC and pension requirements
• Provide guidance and support to the accounts assistant

Requirements

• Proven experience with VAT, payroll, and accounts to trial balance
• Experience using Xero and BrightPay is advantageous
• No formal qualification required practical experience preferred
• Must hold a current DBS, or be willing for one to be arranged (cost deducted from first pay)

Benefits

• Salary up to £33,000 per annum
• 30 days holiday (option to book off bank holidays and Christmas)
• Free use of on‑site gym and swimming pool
• Free daily lunch from the canteen (in exchange for a reduced lunch break)
• Friendly, supportive working environment in a beautiful countryside setting

If you re an experienced Accounts professional looking for a stable, rewarding role with genuine work‑life balance, we d love to hear from you.