Job Description

Job Summary

We're a small, family-run meat company specialising in Lamb for both the Export and UK based in Annan, Dumfries, and we're looking for a reliable

Accounts & Finance Manager

to support our day-to-day financial operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee and process all

sales and purchase invoices

, ensuring accuracy and timely entry. Manage

credit control

, including issuing statements, chasing overdue payments, and maintaining strong customer relationships. Process

weekly payroll

, ensuring compliance with HMRC and pension regulations. Perform

daily bank reconciliations

and manage cash flow, petty cash, and company card transactions. Supporting general office administration

Reporting & Analysis

Prepare and maintain

daily, weekly, and monthly financial KPIs

(e.g., sales performance, cash flow, aged debtors, gross margin). Support

month-end and year-end close

, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting packs. Assist with

budgeting, forecasting

, and variance analysis to support business planning.

Compliance & Controls

Ensure compliance with internal financial procedures and external regulations. Maintain accurate and organized financial records for audit and tax purposes. Liaise with external accountants, auditors, and HMRC as required.

Required skills:

Proven experience in a finance or accounting role, ideally within an SME or family-run business. Strong working knowledge of accounting software (e.g., Business Central, Sage, QuickBooks). Excellent Excel skills and attention to detail. Solid understanding of UK payroll and VAT regulations. AAT Level 4, part-qualified ACCA/CIMA, or equivalent experience (preferred). Strong communication skills and a hands-on, can-do attitude. Able to work as part of a team or on your own.

What We Offer:

A supportive and friendly working environment Flexible working hours Opportunity to grow with the business
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: AnnanAFM