Accountant / Bookkeeper

Are you an experienced Accountant or Bookkeeper looking for a varied, standalone role where you can genuinely make an impact?

We're recruiting on behalf of a successful and growing SME group based in Wolverhampton, seeking a capable finance professional to take ownership of the finance function across three group companies.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations while providing valuable financial insight to support continued business growth. With ambitious expansion plans, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable business where your contribution will be recognised and valued.

The Role

This is a hands-on, all-round finance position with responsibility for:

• Managing the full bookkeeping and accounting function across three companies
• Accounts payable, accounts receivable and credit control
• Bank, supplier and balance sheet reconciliations
• Monthly journals, accruals and prepayments
• Producing monthly trial balances
• End-to-end payroll for approximately 50 employees
• VAT returns and statutory compliance
• Intercompany accounting and reconciliations
• Cashflow monitoring and reporting
• Producing financial reports and supporting business decision making
• Working closely with the Managing Director to provide financial insight and analysis.

About You

We're looking for someone who enjoys taking ownership and thrives in a standalone finance role.

You'll ideally have:

• 5-10 years' accounting or bookkeeping experience within an SME
• Experience managing the finances of multiple entities or group companies
• Strong knowledge of QuickBooks, Sage and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confidence managing a finance function independently
• A proactive approach with strong communication skills
• AAT qualification would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £35,000-£40,000
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Business performance incentives and loyalty rewards
• Modern, purpose-built offices
• A stable, long-term opportunity within a growing business
• The chance to work closely with senior leadership and influence business performance.

If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, enjoy variety, and become a trusted member of a growing business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Think Accountancy & Finance for a confidential discussion.