Company Accountant / Bookkeeper (Part-Time)
East Ipswich - Free Parking. 16 hours per week - 4 hours per day/ x4 days a week
£20.00 – £24.00 per hour (dependent on experience)
Company Overview
We are working with a well-established, family-run business based in Ipswich. The business prides itself on reliability, professionalism and long-standing customer relationships. We are seeking an experienced Company Accountant / Bookkeeper to support the Directors with the day-to-day financial management of the business and associated rental properties.
Summary of the Role
This is a hands-on, part-time position responsible for managing the company’s accounting function from daily bookkeeping through to preparation of information for year-end accounts. The role will suit an experienced bookkeeper or accountant, ideally AAT qualified (or qualified by experience), who is confident using Sage Line 50, Sage Payroll and Xero, and enjoys working closely with business owners in a small, friendly environment.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Bookkeeping
* Maintain company and rental property accounts using Sage Line 50 and Xero up to Trial Balance
* Raise customer invoices on a weekly and monthly basis
* Process supplier invoices and prepare payment runs
* Enter bank payments and receipts and complete regular bank reconciliations
* Maintain and manage the fixed asset register
* Process prepayments, accruals and depreciation
* Prepare monthly management accounts and reports
Payroll & HMRC Compliance
* Process four-weekly payroll using Sage Payroll, including SSP and attachments of earnings
* Manage Nest Pension submissions and ensure compliance with The Pensions Regulator
* Submit payroll RTI to HMRC in a timely manner
* Ensure PAYE, CIS and VAT returns are submitted accurately and on time
Credit Control & Cashflow
* Manage credit control processes to minimise bad debts
* Issue legal notices where required
* Monitor customer accounts and follow up overdue balances
Construction Industry Scheme (CIS)
* Manage CIS for both customers and suppliers
* Submit monthly CIS returns and ensure correct deductions and payments
Business & Contract Support
* Job costing and quote preparation
* Analyse departmental turnover and salaries for commercial insurance purposes
* Control and monitor contracts for utilities and commercial insurance
* Liaise with external accountants to support preparation of statutory and year-end accounts
* Liaise with external IT support as required
Ad-Hoc & Support Duties
* Submit furlough or other government claims as required
* Support HR-related administration
* Assist with business projects such as implementing new systems
* Carry out additional duties as required to support the business
Skills & Experience Required
* Proven experience in a similar bookkeeping or accounting role
* Strong working knowledge of Sage Line 50, Sage Payroll and Xero
* Sound understanding of UK payroll, CIS, VAT and HMRC reporting requirements
* Experience preparing management accounts and liaising with external accountants
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
* Ability to work independently and manage deadlines
* Confident communicator, comfortable working closely with Directors
Qualifications
* AAT qualification preferred, or qualified by experience