Job Title: Accounts Manager
Location: Fully office-based, Llantwit Major
Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum (DOE)
Hours: Full-time, permanent
The Role
An established and growing rural SME with a turnover of circa £9 million is seeking a proactive, hands-on Accounts Manager to take full ownership of the day-to-day finance function. Reporting directly to the owner, this is an entrepreneurial, varied, and fast-paced position ideal for someone who enjoys being close to operations and can confidently switch between priorities.
This is very much a “roll your sleeves up” role: no two days will look the same. You will play a central role in the business, providing reliable financial information, maintaining strong controls, and supporting commercial decision-making. The business is undergoing growth and improvement initiatives, including implementing new processes, procedures, and systems, so this role offers the chance to make a real impact.
Key Responsibilities
Full ownership of the purchase ledger, sales ledger, and credit control
Preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L and balance sheet
Bank and balance sheet reconciliations
Cashflow forecasting and management
VAT returns and compliance
Assisting with budgeting and forecasting
Payroll processing (or liaison with external payroll provider)
Year-end preparation and liaison with external accountants
Maintaining and improving financial systems and processes, including Xero
Supporting operational teams with financial queries and reporting
Working closely with the owner to provide financial insight and support business growth
Ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and strong financial controls across the business
About You
Proven experience in an SME Accounts Manager, Finance Manager, or senior accounting role
Comfortable reporting directly to a business owner in an entrepreneurial setting
Highly adaptable, able to switch seamlessly between priorities
Hands-on, detail-focused, organised, and proactive
Confident working in a standalone or small-team environment
Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting software, ideally Xero
AAT or QBE qualified
Practical, solutions-focused, and commercially aware
Motivated to invest in a growing business and contribute to long-term success
What’s on Offer
Salary up to £45,000 depending on experience
A genuinely varied, influential, and autonomous role
Direct exposure to the owner and the wider business strategy
Opportunity to implement processes, improve systems, and make a tangible impact
Newly refurbished office in a stable, fully office-based environment
Immediate start on offer
The client operates a 37.5 hour working week.
Holiday entitlement of 25 days plus Bank Hols
Statutory pension
If this sounds like it could be the right role for you, please contact Môrwell Talent Solutions ASAP