Accounts Manager

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Accounts Manager We are seeking an experienced Accounts Manager to lead the finance function within a busy professional services environment. This is a hands-on role combining operational finance management, compliance, and team leadership.

The Role You will oversee all aspects of the accounts function, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with relevant regulatory requirements. You will manage a small accounts team while working closely with senior stakeholders to support the financial performance of the business.

Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day finance operations including accounts payable, billing, credit control, client and office accounts, payroll and petty cash

Ensure full compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules and HMRC requirements

Oversee bank reconciliations, VAT returns, and month-end processes

Review and approve payments, transfers, and completion statements

Produce management accounts, budgets, and financial reports

Support year-end accounts preparation and audit processes

Monitor WIP, billing and debt recovery in collaboration with fee earners

Lead, mentor, and develop the accounts team, including recruitment where required

Maintain strong internal controls and continuously improve finance processes

Act as a key point of contact for finance-related queries across the business

About You Essential:

Minimum 2 years experience in a legal accounts / legal cashiering environment

Strong working knowledge of the Solicitors Accounts Rules

Experience managing client and office accounts, bank reconciliations, payroll and VAT

Proven people management experience

High level of accuracy, organisation and attention to detail

Confident communicator with the ability to work under pressure

Desirable:

Bookkeeping or finance qualification

ILFM accreditation / Legal Cashier registration

Experience managing a small finance team

Whats on Offer A key leadership role within a growing organisation

Opportunity to shape and improve finance processes

Supportive working environment with senior stakeholder exposure

Competitive salary and benefits package

If you are interested in this opportunity and you think you have the experience for this role, please apply with your CV.

Alternately please feel free to contact Craig Olive at Gerrard White.

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Location:
Blandford Forum
Salary:
£55,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Accountancy

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