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: Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly to Charlie.doyle@hirecracker.com. For further information please call me on 01244 739 301 or 07736 920 086. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process & submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. Key Skills: A ccountant, Accounts Assistant, Assistant Accountant, AAT, Xero, Excel, Reconciliations, VAT Returns, Credit Control, Financial Reporting, Hirecracker