***BOOKKEEPER***
We are urgently on the hunt for an experienced office-based Bookkeeper for a busy and rapidly expanding business. This is a unique and varied opportunity which will see you split your time between an embedded finance assistant position with a high-growth client and traditional bookkeeping for a diverse range of clients. A Bookkeeping qualification such as AAT is desirable but not essential. Candidates who are qualified by experience (QBE) will be considered.
Note this is a 6 months zero hours contract with a strong chance it will be extended.
Salary £15-£17PH depending on experience
The role is split between morning and afternoon duties which means variety and the chance to be exposed to a broad range of industries and clients whilst expanding your skills.
Key responsibilities for the Bookkeeper include,
- Managing daily financial operations such as accounts payable/receivable, invoicing, and bank reconciliations
- Process purchase invoices and credit notes, produce supplier payments list
- Process employee expenses
- Process bank transactions
- Monitor and update billing software
- Produce sales invoices and maintain sales ledger
- Credit control – issue statements and copy invoices, chase outstanding debts
- Handling bookkeeping for multiple smaller clients across various industries
- Preparing VAT returns and maintaining accurate financial records
- Managing daily financial operations such as accounts payable/receivable, invoicing, and bank reconciliations
The ideal Bookkeeper will need,
- Proven bookkeeping experience, ideally within an accountancy practice but not essential
- Strong experience with cloud-based accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)
- Experience in month-end processes, reconciliations, and financial reporting
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines effectively
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A proactive attitude, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities