Accountant

Accountant
Salary: Up to £35,000 basic pro rata, DOE, plus an attractive benefits package
Location: Chester City Centre (onsite)
Employment: Part Time (25-30 hours per week)

We're partnered with a rapidly growing global tech business that values collaboration, modern ways of working, and a supportive team culture. They're looking for a detail-focused, proactive Accountant to join their friendly, close-knit finance team. This part-time role offers variety and responsibility, ideal for someone who enjoys working hands-on across a broad range of finance functions in a fast-paced, modern environment.

The Role

As a proactive, detail-oriented Accountant, you'll be a vital part of a small, friendly finance team, managing key accounting tasks such as reconciliations, month-end processes, VAT returns, and credit control. This part-time role offers variety and responsibility, with flexible hours perfect for those returning from maternity leave, looking for work-life balance, or preferring part-time hours to fit around commitments like school pick-ups. You'll work with modern cloud-based finance systems in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Accountant Responsibilities

• Managing daily financial transactions: accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, journals, and inter-company entries
• Supporting month-end and year-end close processes
• Preparing financial reports, variance analysis, and management information packs
• Maintaining and improving financial systems and processes
• Handling weekly cash flow forecasting and daily drawdowns
• Preparing VAT returns, intermediary reporting, and PSA calculations
• Calculating monthly commissions
• Managing credit control and responding to contractor, customer, and supplier queries
• Onboarding new contractors onto finance systems
• Liaising with external accountants and auditors

Accountant Benefits:

• Flexible part-time hours-ideal for those returning from maternity leave or anyone seeking work-life balance
• Supportive environment with flexibility around school pick-ups and personal commitments
• Join a close-knit finance team where your contribution really matters
• Work with modern cloud-based systems like Xero
• Opportunities for career development in a fast-growing global tech business

Accountant Requirements:

• 3-5 years' experience in a similar finance or accounting role
• AAT Level 4 qualified or working towards (part-qualified desirable)
• Experience with Xero or similar cloud-based accounting software (desirable)
• Strong Excel and IT skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Confident communicator with good problem-solving ability
• Ability to work flexibly under pressure and adapt to a fast-growing business environment
• Proactive and analytical mindset

To Be Considered:
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Key Skills: Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Assistant Accountant, AAT, Xero, Excel, Reconciliations, VAT Returns, Credit Control, Financial Reporting, Hirecracker