Bookkeeper/ Accountant and Office Manager

Bookkeeper and Office Manager, Between Wolverhampton and Stafford

Your new company
Hays is proud to be working exclusively with a well established sporting organisation seeking a talented Bookkeeper/Accountant and Office Manager to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a unique and inspiring environment, offering flexibility with a 4-5 day working week.

Your new role
This is a varied and engaging position that would suit an experienced Bookkeeper/Accountant with strong Office Management skills. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of both finance and administrative operations within the organisation.Bookkeeping & Accounting Responsibilities:

• Managing the purchase ledger through to payment runs
• Overseeing the sales ledger and handling credit control
• Processing monthly payroll, including the monitoring of hours, holidays, and related records
• Completing bank reconciliations, control account reconciliations, and deposit account reconciliations
• Preparing monthly VAT returns
• Managing accruals and prepayments
• Assisting with audits
• Supporting stock takes
• Preparing costings and financial reports as required

Office Management Responsibilities:

• Managing day to day administrative tasks
• Acting as a key point of contact for customers, both face to face and over the phone, resolving queries promptly and professionally
• Assisting with planning and coordinating events

What you'll need to succeed
You will be an experienced Bookkeeper or Accountant who is comfortable taking on a blend of financial and administrative responsibilities. Strong communication skills are essential, with the ability to build positive relationships with clients and customers both face to face and over the phone.To thrive in this role, you will demonstrate:

• The ability to multitask effectively and manage both accounting and administrative duties
• A professional, positive, and proactive "can do" attitude
• Confidence working independently as well as part of a small team
• An interest in sport would be an advantage and will help you thrive in this unique and engaging environment, but certainly not essential

What you'll get in return
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts professional who is looking for a more varied and engaging role with plenty of client interaction. You'll enjoy a diverse working day in a truly unique and beautiful setting.The organisation offers flexibility, with the option to work 4 or 5 days per week, and standard working hours of 9:00am - 5:00pm. This role combines stability with variety, making it ideal for someone who wants to broaden their responsibilities while remaining hands on in finance.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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