Job Description

Junior/Assistant Accountant

Reporting to the Management Accountant

The Woodshack Limited (trading as Calshot) is a bespoke restoration business located at James' Wharf in Southampton. We have been responsible for crafting, restoring, and repurposing an array of items. All works, including the construction of artisan furniture or restoration of vehicles and vessels, are completed on site in a way that honours tradition, craftsmanship and quality. As a group we are continually developing and work in a truly unique environment. The business is currently undertaking significant capital projects in the UK and abroad including the re-building of workshops and new offices and improving Southampton's last remaining working dry dock.

Due to a number of new contracts, we are now looking for a dynamic, capable and committed professional to join our finance team. The successful candidate will be personable and energetic with the ability to form effective working relationships within Calshot's team.

Responsibilities of the role will include (but not limited to) the following:

Processing and posting employee expenses Weekly reconciliation, processing and posting of contractors' invoices. Assistance with accounts payable, accounts receivable and bank reconciliation tasks as appropriate Handle general bookkeeping tasks, including filing and maintaining records Assist the Management Accountant with month and year end processes Assist with company administration tasks as appropriate. This may include: ONS survey submissions, VAT and other HMRC/tax related tasks. Provide year end reconciliations for statutory accounts and assist with requests from Auditors Provide cover for colleagues during periods of absence/high workload.

Person specification

Recent experience in a similar role within an SME Confident user of financial systems eg Xero, Sage Excellent attention to detail with strong organisational skills Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Team player with good communication skills Practical approach to problem-solving Enduring and flexible character, with ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information

40 hours of work per week - Monday to Friday. 20 days holiday plus standard bank holidays Pension and private healthcare. Breakfast and lunch provided.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 25,000.00-27,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Free flu jabs Private medical insurance
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 28/05/2025