Job Title: Part-Time Accountant
Company: L A Comms LtdLocation: SkiptonWorking Hours: Monday - Friday, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 (Pro-rated for Part-Time) + Commision
L A Comms Ltd is seeking a conscientious, detail-oriented, and skilled Part-Time Accountant to join our dynamic team in Skipton. This is an exciting opportunity for a tech-savvy accountant with practical industry experience, particularly in systems implementation, financial reporting, and process improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
* Financial Journals & Reconciliations: Monthly preparation of prepayments, accruals, and deferred income journals, alongside the reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.
* Payroll & Taxation: Provide monthly salary information to the payroll bureau and ensure timely payments to the bureau. Manage PAYE, NIC, and VAT payments to HMRC.
* VAT Returns: Preparation and submission of monthly VAT returns.
* Forecasting & Reporting: Create and maintain an accurate forecasting tool to monitor performance to date and predict year-end outcomes.
* Financial Reporting Development: Develop and maintain financial reporting methods to meet the evolving needs of the management team.
* Profitability Analysis: Analyse the profitability of events, comparing current results with prior years to identify trends and opportunities.
* Financial Guidance: Provide financial analysis and guidance to the Managing Director, highlighting potential areas for business performance improvements.
Ideal Candidate:
* Practical industry experience in accounting, with a solid understanding of financial management and controls.
* Xero Experience: Proven expertise with Xero, including payroll, commissions, VAT, pensions, and HMRC submissions.
* Strong knowledge of VAT returns.
* Experience in preparing Prepayments, Accruals, Deferred income journals, and balance sheet reconciliations.
* A track record of creating Forecasting tools and implementing methods to enhance Financial Reporting for management teams.
* Conscientious who is introverted, detail-focused, and self-driven to deliver quality work.
* A problem-solver who proactively identifies issues and introduces process improvements.
* Tech-savvy with the ability to quickly adapt to new systems and software.
* Capable of holding people accountable and directly asking questions to ensure alignment with financial goals.
Ability to Commute/Relocate:
* Skipton: Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required).
Benefits:
* Company events to foster team bonding and morale.
* Company pension to support your future.
* Free parking for a hassle-free commute.
Why Join Us?
* Opportunity to make a significant impact as part of a small, collaborative team.
* Competitive salary with the potential for growth in a thriving business.
If you’re an accountant with a strong systems background, attention to detail, and a passion for driving financial improvements, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to become a valued part of the L A Comms Ltd team!Click the "Apply Now" button now for immediate review or please send your CV to Recruitment @ lacomms.com
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £40,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 25 per week
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Work from home
Education:
* Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:
* accounting: 2 years (required)
Location:
* Skipton BD23 1PB (required)
Work Location: In person