We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team in a busy, hands-on role. This position is ideal for someone confident managing day-to-day accounts, payroll, and monthly reporting, with strong Sage experience and excellent attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll & HMRC
* Run weekly and monthly payroll
* Submit payroll information online to HMRC
* Process and submit Nest pension contributions
* Ensure PAYE contributions are submitted and paid on time
* Process payroll payments through the bank
* Year-end payroll procedures
Sales & Purchase Ledger
* Enter supplier invoices and credit notes
* Prepare and process supplier payments within agreed terms
* Raise and update customer invoices in a timely manner
* Allocate all customer receipts in Sage (cash, card, and bank)
* Issue monthly statements to customers
* Credit control on a daily/weekly basis
* Handle customer disputes, gathering information and liaising with directors to agree outcomes
Banking & Reconciliations
* Weekly bank reconciliations
* Reconcile multiple credit card transactions
* Reconcile fuel card statements
* Accounting for cash receipts
* Reconcile and allocate daily shop takings
* Replenish, distribute, and reconcile petty cash
VAT & Reporting
* Prepare, run, and submit VAT returns (cash accounting)
* Nominal ledger maintenance and journal entries
* Production of monthly management accounts
* Assist with year-end accounts
* Liaison with company auditors
General
* Liaise with suppliers regarding payments and queries
* Deal with customer invoicing queries
* Ad-hoc duties as required
* Basic CIS knowledge (desirable but not essential)
Skills & Experience Required
* AAT qualified or similar
* Proficient in Sage Accounts and Sage Payroll
* Experience managing pensions and auto-enrolment
* Full accounts experience up to monthly management accounts
* Experience in a busy, hands-on environment
* Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
* Ability to work independently and manage deadlines
What We Offer
* A varied and responsible role
* Supportive management team
* Opportunity to be a key part of the business
* Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
* Flexible working hours with possibility of remote working
* Company pension scheme
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Expected hours: No less than 30 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
Work Location: In person