Job Description
We are looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support our busy workshop and ensure all financial records are accurate, compliant, and up to date.
We're a family-run business with a close-knit team. Alongside your day-to-day work, you'll enjoy being part of a team and not a payroll number. If you have a family and want to get back into work then this is the job for you around your children.
What Will I Be Doing?
You will be responsible for maintaining the company's financial records and supporting the management team with accurate and timely reporting. Your duties will include:
* Entering all bank payments and receipts into Xero
* Dealing with financial customer queries
* Maintaining the petty cash balance and recording payments
* Updating the fixed assets register
* Chasing outstanding debtors
* Completing bank reconciliations
* Preparing and submitting VAT returns
* Completing weekly and monthly salary payments. This will be using Sage/BrightPay
* Reconciling HMRC PAYE & NI payments
* Updating the company cashflow spreadsheet
* Preparing month-end journals and producing monthly/weekly management accounts
* Reconciling year-end balance sheet accounts and preparing year-end journals for submission to accountants
* Assisting management with financial queries
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
We are looking for someone with:
* AAT Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification – essential
* Minimum of 2 years' experience in a bookkeeping or accounting role
* Experience using Xero accounting software (essential)
* Experience in VAT returns, bank reconciliations, and management accounts
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
* Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
* Excellent communication skills for dealing with customers and colleagues
* Previous experience in the transport sector is an advantage but not essential
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From £16,250.00 per year
Expected hours: 25 per week
Work Location: In person