About the Role
An established company is seeking a reliable and experienced Bookkeeper / Finance Officer to take charge of day-to-day financial operations.
The Role
This is a standalone finance position with full responsibility for the company’s bookkeeping and payroll functions. The role is fully office-based
Key Responsibilities
* Full management of sales and purchase ledgers
* Matching and batching supplier invoices to purchase orders
* Supplier statement reconciliations and preparation of payment runs
* Bank postings and reconciliations
* Xero processing and NEST pension submissions
* CIS deductions and monthly submissions to HMRC
* Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns
* Posting journals (including wages and ad hoc adjustments)
* Monthly and ad hoc reporting to management
* Liaising with external accountants
* Preparing accounts up to Trial Balance for year-end
* Admin duties: answering phones, managing emails, maintaining staff records
What We’re Looking For
✅ Minimum 5 years’ experience in a bookkeeping or finance role
✅ Proficiency in Xero Accounts
✅ Working knowledge of CIS and NEST pensions
✅ Highly organised, accurate, and able to work independently for long periods without supervision
✅ Strong communication skills and the ability to manage your own workload
Preferred (but not essential):
* Experience in the construction or property sector
* AAT, ICB, or equivalent accounting qualification
What’s Offered
* Competitive Salary
* Office-based role with autonomy and responsibility
* Opportunities to contribute to improving business processes and systems
* 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
* Pension scheme