Part time Accountant/Accounting Assistant

Adele Carr Recruitment Part-Time Accountant / Accounting Assistant Location: Shrewsbury (Hybrid - office based with flexibility to work from home) Hours: Approximately 4-5 days per month (with potential to increase) We are looking for an experienced and proactive Part-Time Accountant / Accounting Assistant to support our Finance Director with key financial processes. Initially, the role will require approximately 4-5 days per month, primarily around month-end, with the potential for additional hours as the business grows. Your responsibilities will include: • Supporting the month-end close process. • Preparing and reviewing account reconciliations. • Managing accruals and prepayments. • Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns. • Maintaining accurate financial ledgers. • Assisting with month-end management reporting. • Supporting year-end preparation and liaising with external accountants where required. • Carrying out bookkeeping tasks, including bank reconciliations and credit control. • Maintaining accurate financial records within Xero. • Responding to routine finance queries from colleagues. • Assisting with other finance-related duties as required. About You We're looking for someone with: • A strong understanding of accounting and finance principles. • Experience of month-end close, reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, VAT returns, year-end preparation and bookkeeping. • Experience preparing financial reports and supporting the production of financial statements. • Strong Microsoft Excel and general Office skills. • Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy. • The ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines. • Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach. Please apply today if interested.