Strategic Company Accountant | Sage Payroll & FinOps

Armstrong Knight Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an accountant responsible for maintaining accounting records, processing payroll for 45 staff, and assisting with financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have experience with Sage accounting software, expertise in VAT filings, and a strong understanding of profit and loss statements. AAT qualification or similar is beneficial but not essential. This role offers engagement in both routine and ad-hoc financial tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining accounting records.
• Familiarity with payroll processing for 45 staff.
• Understanding of profit and loss statements and VAT filing.

Responsibilities

• Input and review accounting records on Sage.
• Reconcile bank accounts and prepare VAT filings.
• Process weekly and monthly payroll using Sage Payroll.
• Conduct credit control on a weekly basis.
• Assist in year-end procedures and financial reporting.

Education

AAT Qualified or similar accountancy qualification

Tools

Sage

Sage Payroll

Job description

A financial services firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an accountant responsible for maintaining accounting records, processing payroll for 45 staff, and assisting with financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have experience with Sage accounting software, expertise in VAT filings, and a strong understanding of profit and loss statements. AAT qualification or similar is beneficial but not essential. This role offers engagement in both routine and ad-hoc financial tasks.