Jobs in Ramsgreave

Accounts Manager
NW Recruitment Services Ltd are proud to be working exclusively with a well-established UK manufacturing and distribution business in Blackburn, operating within specialist technical and industrial sectors.
With a long-standing reputation for quality, innovation, and customer service, the company supplies a diverse range of materials and solutions to clients across multiple commercial markets.
Core hours: Monday - Thursday 09:00 - 17:00, Friday 09:00 - 16:00 (35.25 hours)
Benefits
* Competitive salary of £38,000 - £40,000, negotiable on experience
* Company bonus scheme
* Flexible working hours available
* Office-based role with on-site parking
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Regular company events and employee engagement activities
* Complimentary refreshments/snacks provided
* Enhanced annual leave entitlement linked to length of service
* 25 days annual leave plus additional days awarded at key service milestones
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Manager to oversee the day-to-day finance function and support the continued growth of the business. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial operations, improving internal processes, and supporting management with financial reporting and analysis.
Working closely with the wider finance team and senior leadership, this position would suit an organised and proactive individual who is confident managing a varied workload within a fast-paced environment.
Key responsibilities:
* Producing accurate financial reports and management information
* Managing daily accounting and finance operations
* Overseeing month-end and year-end procedures
* Monitoring and managing company cash flow
* Maintaining accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
* Processing supplier and customer invoices accurately and efficiently within the company ERP System (NetSuite)
* Supporting daily banking activities and reconciliations
* Reviewing and approving company credit card expenditure
* Overseeing credit control processes and outstanding debt management
* Managing VAT and duty deferment administration
* Assisting with budgeting and financial planning activities
* Creating and monitoring internal cost centres
* Identifying opportunities to improve and streamline finance procedures
* Supporting insurance administration and related meetings
Skills & experience
* Previous experience within a similar finance or accounts management role, including producing and managing management accounts
* AAT qualified, studying towards CIMA, or qualified by experience (QBE)
* Experience using ERP/accounting systems; knowledge of ERP System (NetSuite) would be advantageous
* Strong numerical and analytical skills coupled with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
* Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships
* Self-motivated with a proactive and organised approach, with the ability to manage workload effectively and perform well under pressure