Company Accountant Finance Officer

Do you have a strong background in finance and AAT Level 3 or 4 qualified? If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you and you'll find more than a job — you'll find a path to professional growth with a company that's both rooted in tradition and working towards the future.

Job Title

Company Accountant / Finance Officer

Job Type: Permanent

Full time: 39.5 hours. However, flexibility to reduce hours to part-time across 5 days, salary pro-rated accordingly

Salary: Circa £31,000 for 39.5 hr week, dependent on experience

Location: Herefordshire, HR7

Benefits: Company bonus scheme, long service scheme, up to 10 paid medical appointment per year, confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including perks and discounts, enhanced leave such as compassionate leave & jury service, Company pension scheme, secure free onsite parking, free staff WIFI, free refreshments at breaks, staff discounts on gifts we manufacture, workers committee representation, access to a trained Mental Health First Aider, Company events, casual dress and more.

Annual holiday entitlement is 30 days including bank holidays (additional in line with long service scheme). An annual factory shutdown at Christmas accounts for 3-4 days of annual holiday entitlement.

About Company

A leading & innovative British trade manufacturer of a wide range of corporate & promotional merchandise & beautiful gifts. They design, manufacture, print & finish all of the products they sell on site, with many unique products made from sustainable materials. Based in rural Herefordshire they employ 60 people at their factory in a team that has won many industry awards for their products and services.

Sustainability is at the core of what they do, they are Charter Members of the trade association (the BPMA) with ISO9001 Quality & ISO14001 Environmental certification. They are also Sedex (Supplier Ethical Data Exchange) registered, members of Made in Britain, corporate supporters of The Woodland Trust & Herefordshire Wildlife Trust. They are also partnered with Ecologi & charitable supporters of The Hope Centre in Bromyard. The company believes in & prides itself in rewarding honesty, hard work, efficiency & creativity.

We are open and inclusive. Different points of view are not only welcomed but encouraged & celebrated.

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated office-based Company Accountant to manage the day-to-day financial operations of our business. Working with our part-time Finance Assistant, this role involves handling everything from data entry and payroll to producing monthly management reports and supporting strategic financial decisions. You will play a key role in maintaining the financial health and efficiency of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and receivable functions
• Perform credit control duties
• Oversee banking administration tasks including overseas transactions
• Prepare monthly Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet reports
• Process payroll accurately and in a timely manner
• Generate and issue invoices using our database and process them through SAGE
• Liaise effectively with management, staff, and clients
• Maintain and update financial information on SAGE and our bespoke CRM
• Prepare and reconcile general ledger balances
• Complete and submit VAT returns and meet other financial reporting obligations
• Oversee daily operations within the Finance department
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards
• Supervisory responsibilities for the Finance Assistant.
• Assign tasks and monitor workflow, addressing issues as they arise
• Carry out additional finance-related duties as reasonably required by the company

Person Specification

We are looking for someone who is trustworthy, meticulous, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You should be adaptable, eager to learn, and comfortable handling confidential financial data.

Experience, Skills and Knowledge

Essential:

• Proven experience in a senior finance/accounting role
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong problem-solving and time management skills
• Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general IT literacy

Desirable:

• Advanced Excel skills (e.g. pivot tables, formulas, macros)
• Experience with Sage accounting software
• Financial experience in a manufacturing environment

Qualifications

Essential:

• AAT Level 3 to 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting (or equivalent)

Desirable:

• ILM Level 3/4/5 qualification

Additional requirements

Desirable:

• Driving licence due to location

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on race, religion, sexual orientation, age or disability. The employer welcomes applications from all candidates who match their requirements and their decision for employment will be based purely on your skills/qualifications.