Job Title: Bookkeeper/Administrator
Salary: £27,000 - £28,000
Location: Caterham
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am – 5.30pm
The Role:
A skilled and motivated Bookkeeper & Office Administrator is required for a varied position supporting both daily financial tasks and the smooth running of the office. This role is well-suited to someone organised, proactive, and confident managing multiple priorities, who enjoys being a key point of contact.
Key Responsibilities:
Bookkeeping
* Manage day-to-day bookkeeping duties.
* Process accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing and payment tracking.
* Carry out bank reconciliations and ensure accurate financial record keeping.
* Assist with preparation of VAT returns.
* Work with accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage or VTT+.
Client Services
* Act as the first point of contact for clients and visitors via phone, email, and in-person.
* Manage incoming enquiries and direct communication appropriately.
* Schedule appointments and maintain a central office calendar.
* Handle incoming and outgoing mail and general correspondence.
Office Administration & Support
* Provide administrative and secretarial support to senior staff or managers.
* Draft, edit, and format documents, letters, and internal communications.
* Maintain well-structured digital and physical filing systems in line with data protection requirements.
* Manage office supplies and support general office upkeep.
* Carry out additional administrative tasks as needed.
Skills & Experience Required:
* Previous experience in a bookkeeping or financial administration role.
* Confident communication skills and a professional telephone manner.
* Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage or equivalent).
* Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload.
* Positive, reliable, and proactive approach.
For your information
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