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Posted 22 July, 2026

Accountant

Reed
Godstone, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Accountant (Temp to Perm)

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  • Location: Godstone, Surrey (own transport required due to remote location)
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  • Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday (8:30am–5:00pm, 30-minute lunch)- 100% office based
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  • Contract: Temp to Perm
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  • Start Date: 1st July 2026 (ideally)
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  • Systems Used: Sage 50 Accounts Professional v32, Syrinx v4, Microsoft Excel, Sage 50 Payroll
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  • Salary: £35,000- £50,000 (DOE)
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Join a fast-paced and growing SME who are specialist in equipment hire with a turnover of c.£10m. We are seeking an ambitious and hands-on accountant to support the next stage of our growth. This is an initial one-month full-time assignment with strong potential to become a longer-term or permanent opportunity for the right person, following a recent restructure.

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Day-to-day of the role:

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  • Prepare, review, and maintain balance sheet reconciliations.
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  • Create and manage reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
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  • Update and maintain the fixed asset register.
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  • Support with management accounts and statutory accounts.
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  • Assist with payroll processes using Sage 50 Payroll.
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  • Provide ad hoc finance support as required.
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  • Occasionally assist with incoming calls during busy periods.
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Required Skills & Qualifications:

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  • Finalist or qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).
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  • Strong reconciliations experience with the ability to work independently.
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  • Proactive, adaptable, and happy to “roll up your sleeves”.
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  • Excellent written and spoken English.
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  • Able to hit the ground running in a fast-moving SME environment.
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  • Proficiency in Sage 50 Accounts Professional v32, Syrinx v4, and Microsoft Excel.
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Benefits:

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  • Opportunity to join a growing business at a key stage of development.
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  • Varied workload with exposure across the finance function.
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  • Potential for a long-term or permanent role.
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To apply for this Accountant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.