Senior Accounts / Bookkeeper

  • Location:

    Rochdale, Greater Manchester

  • Sector:

    Accounts Administrator

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    Negotiable

  • Contact:

    Halecroft Recruitment Ltd

  • Contact email:

    register@halecroftrecruitment.co.uk

  • Job ref:

    744

  • Published:

    2 hours ago

  • Consultant:

    Lydia Whitelegg

  • Expiry date:

    2025-10-29

Job Title: Senior Accounts / Bookkeeper
Location: Rochdale (
Flexible working hours & hybrid)
Contract Type: Permanent / Full-time or Part-time

About the Role:
We are seeking a Senior Accounts / Bookkeeper to join our growing team. This is a key role for a highly organised and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative environment. You will work closely with internal teams and external contacts to ensure the smooth running of all accounting and administrative functions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Process all ledgers (Sales, Purchase, Nominal) and manage credit insurance
  • Manage payment queries and handle all banking transactions, including domestic and international payments
  • Perform daily bank reconciliations and manage cash flow
  • Prepare, reconcile, and submit VAT returns
  • Support month-end accounts preparation
  • Oversee credit control and bad debt processes, liaising with credit insurance providers
  • Work closely with the Commercial Manager on purchasing activities
  • Provide essential information for payroll and maintain personnel files
  • Liaise with and support other departments across the business
  • General management of business accounts, reporting to the Director

Key Skills & Experience:

  • Relevant experience required
  • Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills
  • Task-driven with high levels of focus
  • Exceptional organisational and time management abilities
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a team player
  • Experience with SAGE
  • Knowledge of MRP software is desirable but not essential