Ipswich
Full-Time | Permanent
Casanovas Recruitment Solutions
Casanovas Recruitment Solutions are delighted to be representing a successful and expanding business based in Ipswich who are seeking an experienced Accounts / Payroll Manager to join their busy and supportive finance team.
This is a highly varied role, ideal for someone who thrives in a hands‑on environment and enjoys managing a wide range of accounting and payroll responsibilities. You will take ownership of day‑to‑day finance processes as well as overseeing all payroll-related activities.
Key Responsibilities
As the Accounts / Payroll Manager, your duties will include:
* Managing all accounts payable processes
* Conducting supplier and statement reconciliations
* Processing supplier payments and maintaining payment schedules
* Reconciling accounts and preparing financial reports
* Supporting month-end and year-end procedures
* Maintaining organised and accurate financial records and correspondence
* Improving and streamlining existing accounting workflows
* Handling credit control duties when required
* Taking full responsibility for fleet management, including company insurance
* Managing payroll, company pension schemes, and VAT returns
* Carrying out additional ad hoc accounting tasks as required
Skills & Experience Required
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar accounting role
* Strong background in accounts payable and receivable
* Proven end-to-end payroll experience
* Proficiency in accounting systems — Microsoft Dynamics experience is advantageous
* Strong IT skills across Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Power BI
* Excellent data entry accuracy and attention to detail
* Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
* Confident communication skills for liaising with internal teams and external suppliers
* Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems, processes, and software
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a proactive, reliable, and detail‑driven individual who enjoys working in a varied finance role and can confidently take ownership of payroll and accounting processes. If you are looking for a role where no two days are the same and you can make a positive impact within a growing company, we’d love to hear from you