Accounts Manager

Location: King’s Heath, Office based
Salary: Starting at £35,000 DOE + discretionary bonus
Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking an Accounts Manager to join a dynamic and fast-moving business. This role is crucial for supporting the finance function in a busy and ever-changing environment. You will be instrumental in managing payroll, invoicing, and the financial operations of multiple live projects.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Prepare payroll data for circa 70 PAYE staff, ensuring accuracy before submission to the external accountant.
• Collate working hours and input into job sheets for payment and invoicing purposes.
• Manage a mix of payment terms across multiple projects.
• Prepare information for and support the submission of VAT returns.
• Handle attachments of earnings orders (AEOs).
• Process employee expenses, including fuel costs and other project-related claims.
• Produce quotes for new clients and incoming work.
• Coordinate accommodation bookings (e.g. Airbnb) for project teams.
• Arrange and manage logistics such as hire vehicles and other operational requirements.
• Support day-to-day finance operations across rehearsals, test builds, and live work.
• Maintain strict confidentiality, especially when working on sensitive or high-profile projects.
• Use Sage to manage financial records and reporting.
• Provide flexible support to ensure the smooth delivery of projects and business operations.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in an Accounts Manager or similar finance role.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes.
• Proficiency in using Sage is essential.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage high-volume, fast-paced workloads.
• Flexible approach to work with a willingness to support wider business needs.
• Proactive mindset with excellent attention to detail.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Benefits:

• Varied, fast paced role in a supportive team
• Health & dental coverage
• Discretionary bonus

Working Hours & Flexibility:

• Core hours are Monday to Friday, primarily office based.
• Occasional weekend cover depending on live projects (rota basis).

This is an opportunity to join a fast-paced, varied business. The role offers exposure to both finance and operational functions, making it ideal for someone who enjoys a hands-on role.