Job Description

Purpose of role

Responsible for managing and overseeing the daily operations of the Accounts Department, analysing accounting data and financial reports. This role involves being very hands-on for all Jangro Head Office's transactional accounting.

Key Skills

Excellent management, attention to detail and analytical skills.

Excellent leadership, communication and people skills.

Detailed knowledge of Sage 200.

Experience of working with cash flow forecasts and budget reporting.

Knowledge of double entry book-keeping.

Ability to prioritise and execute tasks effectively in a timely manner.

Ability to demonstrate excellent numeracy and organisational skills.

Ability to always act with discretion and confidentiality.

Good knowledge of Microsoft packages, (Excel, Word and Outlook) is essential.

Experience working within a team-oriented, collaborative and fast paced environment.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Working closely with the Operations Manager and supporting the smooth running of the Accounts Department.

Overseeing the Sales Ledger and Sales Order, Purchase and Nominal Ledgers and the Purchase Ordering.

Ensuring accurate submission of the month end procedures withing efficient timelines.

Preparation of the monthly management accounts, including BACS payments, Barclays Banking procedures, Credit Insurance applications/approvals and accruals /prepayments.

Performing Credit Control, including Bank and Control Account reconciliations.

Development of accurate financial reporting systems in Sage 200.

Generating a monthly Accounts Department report for the CEO and Jangro Board of Directors presenting relevant information.

Liaising with Jangro company accountants as and when required for UK & Europe.

Invoicing Jangro Members for annual subscriptions, product, accommodation and other recharges.

Invoicing Jangro approved Suppliers for contributions to Jangro events and publications.

Issuing quarterly and annual retrospective discount and marketing contribution invoices to Jangro suppliers.

Generating payments in foreign currencies to overseas Jangro Suppliers.

Overseeing of the Purchase Order procedures including back orders and control of purchase invoice queries.

Managing the Purchase Ledger including reconciliation of supplier statements to ledger accounts and dealing with discrepancies.

Overseeing monthly consolidated sales invoices with supporting information regarding purchased goods by branch.

Calculating and processing payments to Jangro members net of the administration discount.

Submit quarterly VAT returns and requirements.

Managing company expenses including control for P11D purposes.

Administering Sundry purchase ledger entries (minimal).

Producing a weekly report on activity, issues and concerns for Jangro Operations Manager.

Adhering to Jangro Health & Safety procedures

General

Cash book/ Price book.

Administering Credit control and statements.

Management of HQ petty cash.

Education/Experience/Qualifications

Minimum requirement: Undergraduate degree is essential, preferably in accounting.

Minimum of 3 years continuous experience in an accounting role.

Managerial experience is desirable.

Person Specification

Ethical leader with positive attitude, analytical abilities and strong attention to detail.

Ability to make decisions and prioritise own workload and that of the team with a proactive and flexible approach.

Team player and self-motivated with the ability to communicate at all levels.

Package

Company pension

Employee Assistance Program

22 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (Increasing annual leave entitlement with long service)

2 x Wellbeing days (in addition to annual leave)

1 x Gift & Gain Day

Free parking

On-site gym

Weekly yoga sessions at HQ

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking On-site gym On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Education:

Bachelor's (required)
Experience:

Accounting: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person