Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant (Temp to Perm)Location: StockportSalary: Up to £35,000
DOE Job Type: Temporary to Permanent, Full-Time
About thepanyA growing SME based in Stockport is seeking an experienced and hands‑on Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant to take ownership of the full transactional finance function. This role is being recruited on a temp-to-perm basis, offering an immediate start with the opportunity for the position to be permanent for the right candidate.
Key ResponsibilitiesAccounts Payable
1. Processing supplier invoices (match, batch, code)
2. Managing supplier accounts and reconciling statements
3. Preparing weekly/monthly payment runs
4. Handling supplier queries
Accounts Receivable
5. Raising sales invoices and credit notes
6. Allocating cash and managing debtor ledgers
7. Chasing overdue payments and reducing aged debt
8. Producing debtor reports
Banking & Cashflow
9. Daily bank reconciliations
10. Petty cash and credit card reconciliations
11. Supporting cashflow forecasting
Month-End Support
12. Posting journals (prepayments, accruals)
13. Supporting management accounts pack
14. Maintaining the fixed asset register
Payroll & HMRC
15. Providing payroll data to external providers
16. Reconciling payroll journals
17. Assisting with VAT returns and general HMRC duties
Systems & Improvements
18. Ensuring accuracy across the finance system (Xero / Sage / QuickBooks)
19. Supporting efficiency improvements across finance processes
Skills & Experience
20. Experience in a Bookkeeper or Accounts Assistant role
21. Strong grasp of AP, AR, reconciliations, and general ledger work
22. SME experience is advantageous
23. Confident using accounting systems such as Xero, Sage or QuickBooks
24. AAT qualification or QBE considered
25. Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
Benefits & Offer
26. Temp-to-perm opportunity with long‑term career potential
27. 25 days holiday + bank holidays (once permanent)
28. Pension scheme
29. On-site parking (if applicable)
What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available.