Part Time Accountant

Axon Moore is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established business for an experienced Part-Time Accountant. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on finance professional looking for a flexible role with genuine autonomy and responsibility.Working closely with the leadership team, you will take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, ensuring the timely production of financial information, maintaining robust financial controls and supporting key business decisions. This role would suit an experienced Accountant or Management Accountant seeking a flexible working arrangement. Key Responsibilities\n

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• Prepare monthly management accounts and associated financial reports.
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• Manage the month-end process, including journals, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations.
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• Maintain accurate financial records and oversee the day-to-day accounting function.
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• Complete bank, balance sheet and control account reconciliations.
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• Manage the purchase ledger, supplier payments and cash flow.
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• Prepare and submit VAT returns and ensure compliance with statutory obligations.
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• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and cash flow reporting.
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• Liaise with external accountants, auditors and other professional advisers.
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• Support payroll administration where required.
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• Review and improve financial processes, controls and reporting.
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• Provide financial insight and ad hoc analysis to support business performance.
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• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal financial procedures.
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Person Specification The successful candidate will be a proactive and organised finance professional with the confidence to work independently and manage a varied workload.You will ideally possess:\n

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• Previous experience in an accounting or finance role with responsibility for producing management accounts.
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• Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of month-end processes.
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• Experience of bookkeeping, VAT returns and balance sheet reconciliations.
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• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
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• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
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• The ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders across the business.
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• A proactive approach with the ability to identify improvements and add value.
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• AAT qualified, part-qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) or qualified by experience.
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What's on Offer\n

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• Flexible part-time working hours.
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• Competitive salary based on experience.
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• A varied and autonomous role within a successful and stable organisation.
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• Friendly and collaborative working environment.
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• Long-term opportunity with flexibility to suit the successful candidate.
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For immediate consideration or to discuss this opportunity in confidence, please contact George Oyston at Axon Moore.Axon Moore is a specialist Accountancy & Finance Recruitment Consultancy, recruiting across all levels of finance from transactional finance through to Finance Director and CFO appointments. We recruit on a permanent, interim and temporary basis across Lancashire, Cumbria and the wider North West.