Job Description
Job Title: Bookkeeper
Location: Cannock
Salary: £30,000 - £38,000
Higher end of the range available for candidates with broad transactional experience and exposure to producing basic management reports within an SME environment.
We’re delighted to be supporting a fantastic Reed client based in Cannock — a well-established, exciting business that continues to grow. They are now looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to take ownership of the company’s day-to-day financial processes and keep everything running smoothly.
This is a great role for someone who loves being hands-on, understands the ins and outs of transactional finance, and can confidently maintain accurate, up-to-date company accounts. You’ll be the go-to person for all bookkeeping activity and play a key role in supporting the business with reliable financial information.
Responsibilities Will Include:
* Managing all day-to-day bookkeeping tasks, ensuring all income and expenditure is accurately recorded.
* Overseeing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, including reconciliations and payment runs.
* Preparing monthly financial reports, supporting the Director with clear, easy-to-understand figures.
* Assisting with basic management accounts tasks such as month-end journals, accruals, and prepayments (training can be provided for the right person).
* Acting as the main point of contact across the business for finance queries, promoting transparency and consistency.
* Keeping processes tidy, organised and efficient, with the freedom to improve systems where needed.
Ideally, You Will:
* Have strong experience as a Bookkeeper or in an all-round accounts role within an SME.
* Be confident handling the full spectrum of transactional finance with minimal supervision.
* Have experience using Xero (advantageous but not essential).
* Enjoy working autonomously, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
* Be proactive, personable, and comfortable supporting a small, friendly team.
Benefits:
* Work closely with the Director and contribute directly to how the business moves forward.
* Full trust and autonomy in managing your own workload.
* A real opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing, supportive business.
* Beautiful and easily accessible working location.
What Now?
If you are interested in this position, please don't hesitate to apply as interviews can take place immediately!