Accounts Manager / Senior Bookkeeper

Accounts Manager / Senior Bookkeeper – Esher, Surrey
£40,000 – £50,000 + Benefits + Parking | Fixed Term Maternity Contract | Hybrid Working | Immediate June or July Start Available
Fletcher George is working with a growing, privately owned SME in the health and wellbeing sector to appoint an experienced Accounts Manager / Senior Bookkeeper in Esher, Surrey on a fixed term maternity contract.
This role is expected to commence during June or July and will include a structured handover period. Candidates who are immediately available or available at short notice are encouraged to apply.
The role offers hybrid working, typically three days in the office and two days working remotely, with parking available.
The Role
This is a varied and hands-on Accounts Manager / Senior Bookkeeper position suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership of day-to-day finance within a growing SME environment.
The successful candidate will manage the ledgers, VAT returns, reconciliations, cash flow reporting, management information and wider finance administration, while also supporting ongoing systems and process improvements.
The business uses modern cloud-based systems, so strong confidence and the ability to adapt quickly to finance technology will be highly beneficial.
This opportunity may suit a Company Accountant, Finance Manager or experienced accounts professional who enjoys a practical, industry-based finance role.
Key Responsibilities
* Managing the day-to-day financial operations
* Full cycle bookkeeping, including sales and purchase ledger management
* Extensive bank, credit card and balance sheet reconciliations
* Preparing VAT returns and supporting compliance processes
* Producing cash flow forecasts, management information and basic finance reports
* Supporting month-end processes and wider finance administration
* Assisting with systems, reporting and process improvements
* Liaising with internal stakeholders and supporting wider operational duties where required
The Successful Candidate
The successful candidate will have previous experience as an Accounts Manager, Senior Bookkeeper, Bookkeeper, Company Accountant, Finance Manager or similar SME finance role.
You will also bring:
* Strong bookkeeping and reconciliation experience
* Experience preparing VAT returns
* Confidence managing ledgers and day-to-day finance processes
* Good Excel and finance systems knowledge
* Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
* The ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities
* A proactive and practical approach
* Strong communication skills and a willingness to support wider business administration where needed
Salary and Benefits
* Salary guide set by Fletcher George of £40,000 – £50,000, depending on relevant experience
* Fixed term maternity contract / FTC opportunity
* Immediate, June or July start available
* Structured handover period
* Hybrid working, typically three days in the office and two days remotely
* Benefits package
* Car parking available
* Growing and supportive SME business environment
* Offices based in the Esher area
Location
The role is based in the Esher, Surrey area and may suit candidates living in or around Esher, Cobham, Weybridge, Walton-on-Thames, Thames Ditton, Kingston, Surbiton, Leatherhead, Epsom or the wider Surrey area.
Next Step
Please apply now or contact Fletcher George for further information about this Accounts Manager / Senior Bookkeeper job near Esher, Surrey.
Fletcher George is an accountancy and finance recruitment agency acting as an employment agency. We aim to respond to all successful applications within 48 hours. We are an inclusive accountancy and finance recruitment agency committed to attracting a diverse pool of applicants and assisting talent to find career opportunities in which they can thrive