Part-Time Accountant

Robert Half are delighted to be working in an exclusive partnership with Goulden Properties Ltd to recruit a Part-Time Accountant on a permanent basis. Based near Hursley, Goulden Properties offer a tranquil, scenic working environment in a converted barn on a small business estate. This is a part-time position (20 hours per week), ideally split over 3 days but with plenty of flexibility for the right candidate.

The Part-Time Accountant will play a key role in overseeing the finance function and work closely with the wider business, requiring a collaborative and hands on approach. Responsibilities include preparing month and year end accounts, streamlining and implementing processes and all aspects of transactional accounting activities across the business. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a reputable, family run company that is renowned for offering an excellent working environment. This role would suit an experienced, innovative individual that is keen to add value and work with the business to achieve their goals and aspirations.

ABOUT GOULDEN PROPERTIES LTD

Goulden Properties Ltd is a family run property management company that own a large portfolio of commercial and residential units across various locations in Hampshire.

The company was formed in 1956 by Frank Goulden and traded as F Goulden and Sons. Originally a house building company, it later transitioned to building industrial units in and around Romsey. In 1990 Goulden Properties was formed by Andrew, John, and Jeff Goulden. 3 of the 4 of Frank's children. It is now run by Nick Goulden (John's eldest son) and supported by a team of 4 additional staff & 2 directors. Turnover is approximately £3m p.a.

THE ROLE

The Part-Time Accountant role will be a varied, hands-on role that will be responsible for the smooth running of the finance function with an emphasis on preparing the month and year end accounts, having ownership of the transactional accounting activities and identifying opportunities to implement or improve processes and procedures.

The main duties of the Part-Time Accountant role will consist of the following:

Key Duties:

• Preparing the month-end management accounts; accruals, prepayments, journals, balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, preparing detailed reports and schedules, P&L review and reconciliations, deferred income and revenue recognition.
• Producing accurate and insightful management information.
• Leading the year-end accounts production, liaising with the external Accountants to deliver accounts in a timely manner.
• Submission of VAT returns, P11D's, CT61 etc to HMRC.
• Issuing customer invoices for rents, service charges and insurance.
• All aspects of credit control, banking and payments to third parties in a prompt and accurate manner.
• Ownership and maintenance of the finance mailbox.
• Liaising with customers and stakeholders, dealing with queries.
• Reviewing and implementing processes/controls.

REQUIREMENTS

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone that wants to be a part of a friendly, family-run organisation that is keen to add value and improve processes & efficiencies. The required experience and skills for this role consists of:

• Must have 3+ years experience within a similar role.
• Preferably AAT qualified or similar, qualified by experience will also be considered.
• Excellent communication and literacy skills
• Highly organised.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Inquisitive mindset.
• Willingness to improve and implement processes.

BENEFITS

• £40,000 - £45,000 annual salary (full-time equivalent)
• Annual bonus scheme.
• Part-time hours; 20 hours per week, ideally split across 3 days (flexible working arrangements by negotiation)
• 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Private medical insurance (eligible after 6 months of employment)
• An excellent working environment in a tranquil office location

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