Finance & Accounts Officer – Bookkeeping, Payroll & VAT

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Location: Aldershot, Hybrid working available following initial training

About Us

We are a well-established and growing engineering and technical services business providing specialist repair and support solutions to a wide range of industrial clients across the UK.

Our company is known for its technical expertise, commitment to quality and strong customer relationships. We maintain a professional but friendly working environment where teamwork, reliability and continuous improvement are highly valued.

As our business continues to grow, we are looking for an experienced and organised Finance & Accounts Officer to take responsibility for the day-to-day financial administration of the business and support management with accurate and timely financial information.

This is a hands-on role covering bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, financial reporting and general accounts administration. The successful candidate will work closely with management and our external accountant to ensure our financial records are accurate, well organised and compliant with HMRC requirements.

The position can be adapted for either part-time or full-time working, with the opportunity for hybrid/home working once initial training has been completed.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records, including sales, purchases and general ledger transactions.
• Carry out regular bank and account reconciliations.
• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns and maintain supporting VAT records.
• Process monthly payroll accurately and on time, including PAYE, National Insurance, pension contributions and statutory payments.
• Manage pension auto-enrolment administration and related submissions.
• Process and maintain supplier invoices, staff expenses and payment records.
• Monitor accounts payable and support the timely payment of suppliers.
• Assist with customer account and accounts receivable queries where required.
• Prepare regular financial summaries and management reports to support business decision-making.
• Assist management with cash-flow monitoring, budgeting and other financial information as required.
• Support Corporation Tax calculations and provide accurate financial information to the company’s external accountant.
• Assist with preparation of annual accounts, year-end information and statutory reporting.
• Liaise with our external accountant, HMRC and other relevant organisations when required.
• Ensure financial records and supporting documentation are complete, accurate and appropriately maintained.
• Monitor relevant HMRC and statutory deadlines and help ensure submissions and payments are made on time.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial and payroll information professionally.
• Support management with ad-hoc finance, reporting and administrative projects as required.

Candidate Requirements

• AAT Level 3 or Level 4 qualification, or an equivalent accounting/bookkeeping qualification.
• Good practical experience in bookkeeping and maintaining company accounts.
• Experience preparing VAT returns.
• Practical experience processing payroll, including PAYE, National Insurance, pensions and statutory payments.
• Good understanding of UK accounting and HMRC requirements.
• Experience working with accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks or Sage.
• Strong numerical ability with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage recurring financial deadlines.
• Confident using Microsoft Excel and other standard office software.
• Able to work independently and take ownership of day-to-day finance responsibilities.
• Confident communicator with the ability to liaise professionally with management, external accountants, HMRC, suppliers and customers.
• Trustworthy and discreet when handling confidential financial and employee information.

Desirable

• Previous experience working within an SME.
• Experience within an engineering, technical services or similar business environment.
• AAT Level 4 qualification.
• Experience assisting with management accounts and financial reporting.
• Understanding of Corporation Tax and year-end accounting processes.
• Experience with pension auto-enrolment.
• Familiarity with CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) would be beneficial but is not essential.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Flexible working hours with part-time or full-time options.
• Friday team lunch provided by the compan.
• Hybrid/work-from-home opportunities following successful initial training.
• Company pension.
• Private medical insurance.
• On-site parking.
• Flexitime.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• A varied role with the opportunity to take ownership of the company’s day-to-day finance function.
• * Long-term stability and opportunities for professional development as the business continues to grow.
• We are looking for someone who is reliable, accurate and proactive, and who is comfortable taking responsibility for the day-to-day financial activities of a busy and growing company.
• Work Location: Hybrid remote in Aldershot.
• Pay: £27,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
• Work Location: Hybrid remote in Aldershot GU12 4RH