Accountant

Accountant
Salary: Up to £35,000 basic pro rata, DOE, plus an attractive benefits package
Location: Chester City Centre (onsite)
Employment: Part Time (25-30 hours per week)

We’re partnered with a rapidly growing global tech business that values collaboration, modern ways of working, and a supportive team culture. They’re looking for a detail-focused, proactive Accountant to join their friendly, close-knit finance team. This part-time role offers variety and responsibility, ideal for someone who enjoys working hands-on across a broad range of finance functions in a fast-paced, modern environment.

The Role

As a proactive, detail-oriented Accountant, you’ll be a vital part of a small, friendly finance team, managing key accounting tasks such as reconciliations, month-end processes, VAT returns, and credit control. This part-time role offers variety and responsibility, with flexible hours perfect for those returning from maternity leave, looking for work-life balance, or preferring part-time hours to fit around commitments like school pick-ups. You’ll work with modern cloud-based finance systems in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Accountant Responsibilities

Managing daily financial transactions: accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, journals, and inter-company entries
Supporting month-end and year-end close processes
Preparing financial reports, variance analysis, and management information packs
Maintaining and improving financial systems and processes
Handling weekly cash flow forecasting and daily drawdowns
Preparing VAT returns, intermediary reporting, and PSA calculations
Calculating monthly commissions
Managing credit control and responding to contractor, customer, and supplier queries
Onboarding new contractors onto finance systems
Liaising with external accountants and auditors

Accountant Benefits:

Flexible part-time hours-ideal for those returning from maternity leave or anyone seeking work-life balance
Supportive environment with flexibility around school pick-ups and personal commitments
Join a close-knit finance team where your contribution really matters
Work with modern cloud-based systems like Xero
Opportunities for career development in a fast-growing global tech business

Accountant Requirements:

3-5 years’ experience in a similar finance or accounting role
AAT Level 4 qualified or working towards (part-qualified desirable)
Experience with Xero or similar cloud-based accounting software (desirable)
Strong Excel and IT skills
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Confident communicator with good problem-solving ability
Ability to work flexibly under pressure and adapt to a fast-growing business environment
Proactive and analytical mindset

To Be Considered:
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Key Skills: Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Assistant Accountant, AAT, Xero, Excel, Reconciliations, VAT Returns, Credit Control, Financial Reporting, Hirecracker