Your new company Hays are currently recruiting on behalf of a local manufacturing business. You will be joining a innovating and progressive company that offers opportunity and development. We are seeking to appoint a Finance/Office Manager. This role will suit a PQ Accountant, QBE or Assistant Accountant. Your new role Preparation of monthly management accounts Management of cash flow, credit control and accounts payable processes Management of the payroll function Liaison with external accountants (Year-end 31st March) Dealing with finance queries and ad hoc matters Monthly returns including VAT, CIS, RCT, Intrastat Setup BACS and bank payments as requested Control of stationery and handling telephone inquiries Booking Transport and accommodation Implementing and maintaining office policies and administrative systems Organising meetings, events or conferences Recording office expenditure and managing the budget HR-keeping records up to date, organising inductions, appraisals etc What you'll need to succeed Previous experience in a similar role Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA, Accounting Technicians Ireland) or qualified by experience Strong IT skills - Including MS Office Good numerical skills Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise and work to deadlines Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Ability to deal with suppliers, subcontractors and internal staff Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team High degree of accuracy and attention to detail Proficiency in accounting software is required. Experience of Xero advantageous What you'll get in return In return you will be rewarded with an excellent opportunity to be part of a growing, profitable and vibrant company. Fantatsic salary of up to 38k. Full time hours with a core working system in operation, can flex your start and finish times. Access to company benefits. Full on the job training will be provided What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: assistant accountant accounts technician finance manager management accountant PQ Benefits: 37500