Bookkeeper / Management Accountant

Location: Battersea
Salary: Up to £60,000 FTE (Pro Rata)
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Part Time, 3 Days Per Week, Office Based

Benefits

• Flexible choice of working days.
• Office-based role within a supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to take ownership of the finance function.
• Long-term career stability within a growing business.
• Training and professional development opportunities.

An established and growing construction business is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper / Management Accountant to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function. This is a varied and hands-on role offering responsibility across bookkeeping, management reporting, payroll, budgeting and financial control.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities and maintain accurate financial records.
• Process transactions using accounting software including QuickBooks, Xero and Sage.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Produce year-end accounts and management information.
• Manage payroll processing and associated administration.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Complete bank reconciliations and cash flow monitoring.
• Monitor job costing and project expenditure.
• Manage credit control and debtor administration.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Prepare supplier and subcontractor payment schedules.
• Manage submissions and subcontractor records.
• Support continuous improvement of finance systems and processes.
• Provide ad hoc financial support and reporting as required.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years' bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Previous experience within the construction sector is highly desirable.
• Experience producing management accounts.
• Strong payroll, VAT and bank reconciliation experience.
• Knowledge subcontractor payments.
• Experience with accounting systems such as QuickBooks, Xero and Sage.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable Skills

• AAT qualified, studying towards a professional qualification, or qualified by experience.
• Experience within project-based or subcontractor-led environments.
• Knowledge of job costing and project profitability reporting.
• Experience implementing finance process improvements.
• Strong Excel and reporting skills.

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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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