Accounts Manager
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- England,London,Greater London,Hounslow
- Full Time, Permanent
- Salary negotiable
Job Description:
Full job descriptionWe are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Accounts Manager to oversee the day-to-day running of the accounts department, managing a team of up to five staff members.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional with a background in freight forwarding, cargo or logistics, who has strong leadership skills and a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of accounts and financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities*Oversee the smooth running of the accounts department, managing and supporting a team of up to five staff.
*Manage all aspects of accounts payable, accounts receivable, sales ledger, billing and credit control.
*Oversee the processing of sales and purchase invoices.
*Manage bank and Duty VAT reconciliations, along with quarterly VAT returns.
*Oversee credit checks and risk assessments for new UK and overseas clients.
*Manage intercompany accounts and resolve customer and supplier queries.
*Produce and oversee financial reports, including profit and loss, aged debtor reports, budgets, payroll and balance sheets.
*Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts, including consolidated financial reporting.
*Liaise with senior management and external financial accountants as required.
*Support recruitment and other HR-related functions within the department.
*Report financial performance and key findings to the senior management team.
Candidate Requirements*Proven experience across all aspects of accounts and finance.
*Previous management experience, ideally leading a team within a busy finance department.
*Experience within the cargo, freight forwarding or logistics industry is essential.
*AAT or ACCA training.
*Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, with knowledge of Sage 50, ASM, BoxTop and Sage Intacct highly desirable.
*Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
*A self-motivated, proactive individual with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
*Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with colleagues, senior management and external stakeholders.
Working HoursMonday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional with a background in freight forwarding, cargo or logistics, who has strong leadership skills and a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of accounts and financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities*Oversee the smooth running of the accounts department, managing and supporting a team of up to five staff.
*Manage all aspects of accounts payable, accounts receivable, sales ledger, billing and credit control.
*Oversee the processing of sales and purchase invoices.
*Manage bank and Duty VAT reconciliations, along with quarterly VAT returns.
*Oversee credit checks and risk assessments for new UK and overseas clients.
*Manage intercompany accounts and resolve customer and supplier queries.
*Produce and oversee financial reports, including profit and loss, aged debtor reports, budgets, payroll and balance sheets.
*Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts, including consolidated financial reporting.
*Liaise with senior management and external financial accountants as required.
*Support recruitment and other HR-related functions within the department.
*Report financial performance and key findings to the senior management team.
Candidate Requirements*Proven experience across all aspects of accounts and finance.
*Previous management experience, ideally leading a team within a busy finance department.
*Experience within the cargo, freight forwarding or logistics industry is essential.
*AAT or ACCA training.
*Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, with knowledge of Sage 50, ASM, BoxTop and Sage Intacct highly desirable.
*Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
*A self-motivated, proactive individual with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
*Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with colleagues, senior management and external stakeholders.
Working HoursMonday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm.
Job number 4269489
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