Job Title: Bookkeeper/Accountant
Location: Cwmbran
Salary: £35,000-£38,000 per annum
Job Type: Full Time
About Us
Douglas Willis are a premium brand catering butchers based in Cwmbran.
We are a long-established family business. We value our employees and recognise that everyone in our team is important to ensure that the quality, standards and our reputation is maintained.
We supply our products to many of the most prestigious restaurants, pubs, bistros and food establishments in Wales. We have great pride in our heritage, our quality product and what we do. We also have retail outlets in Cwmbran shopping centre and Llanyravon.
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the company's financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards, and providing insightful financial analysis to support business decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monthly management accounts for Douglas Willis Limited and three associated businesses
- Monthly journals (i.e. accruals, prepayments, depreciation etc) and maintenance of fixed asset registers
- Year-end accounts preparation for Douglas Willis Limited and associated companies in readiness for external accountants
- Liaise with external accountants for queries re year end accounts and tax
- Stock take reconciliations and monthly stock journals
- VAT returns preparation and submission
- P11D preparation and submission
- Payroll and NEST pension processing and submission
- Directors personal tax affairs and self-assessment preparation for external accountants
- Point of contact for HMRC queries and other external queries e.g. Office for National Statistics surveys
- Ensuring all HMRC payments regarding tax, VAT etc are made in a timely manner
- Other ad hoc queries which may arise
Person Specification:
Qualifications:
- Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, AAT Level 4 or higher) is preferred.
Experience:
- Minimum of 4 years of bookkeeping/accounting experience in a senior role.
- Proven experience in managing financial records and preparing reports.
- Proficiency in accounting software including Xero and QuickBooks is essential.
- Study Support will be considered
Attributes:
- Integrity: Demonstrates high ethical standards and integrity in handling financial information.
- Confidentiality: Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Proactive: Self-motivated and proactive in identifying and solving issues.
- Adaptability: Flexible and adaptable to changing work environments and requirements.
- Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively within a team and provide mentorship to junior staff.
Skills:
- Accounting Knowledge: Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
- Software Proficiency: Proficient in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero) and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
- Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks.
- Organisational Skills: Strong organisational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication skills to interact with team members and external stakeholders.
Additional Requirements:
- Professional Membership: Membership in professional bodies such as AAT, IAB, or ICB is advantageous.
- Continuous Learning: Commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with industry trends and regulations.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £35,000.00-£38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Administrative: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
