Bookkeeper | Canterbury, Kent | Part-Time | 2–3 days per week (Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays), between 9am–4pm, with flexibility offered within core service hours | £28,000–£35,000 per annum (FTE)
Our client is a local charity dedicated to improving life after brain injury. For over 30 years, they've supported adults across Kent living with the effects of acquired brain injury (ABI), helping them rebuild skills, regain confidence, and reconnect with their communities.
Their work is rooted in compassion, inclusion, and person-centred support. From structured community hubs and counselling to advocacy and outreach, they're here for individuals and families navigating life after ABI, offering practical help, emotional support, and a space where people feel truly understood.
They are a small, committed team making a big difference—and they're now looking for a detail-oriented and trustworthy Bookkeeper to join them.
This is a key role within a small and busy finance team. The Bookkeeper will support the Finance Manager with purchase and sales ledger processing, assist with month-end tasks, and help maintain the charity's financial controls. The role also involves liaising with staff and suppliers to resolve queries and ensure financial processes run smoothly.
Are you the right person for the job?
Experience in bookkeeping or finance administration (especially purchase and sales ledger)
Working knowledge of Xero or similar accounting software
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Ability to meet month-end deadlines and prioritise tasks effectively
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle queries from staff, suppliers, and other stakeholders
Comfortable managing petty cash, card transactions, and reconciliations
Basic understanding of data protection and ability to identify suspicious emails (phishing/malware)
Proactive and professional approach to working within a small team
Willingness to assist with payroll admin and other ad hoc finance tasks
Commitment to continuous professional development and attending required training
What will your role look like?
Process all invoices, expenses (including staff claims), and credit notes promptly, following our agreed systems and controls
Enter invoices and expenses into the accounting system accurately
Prepare ad-hoc pay runs as needed
Produce and send remittance advice to suppliers
Review aged creditors every month to keep things on track
Make sure authorisation procedures are being followed by the team
Manage occasional cash floats and petty cash, ensuring all transactions are properly recorded and any leftover cash accounted for
Oversee the day-to-day handling of card purchases, ensuring receipts are uploaded and transactions coded before deadlines
Transfer all verified and coded card transactions into Xero
Reconcile transactions and bank statements regularly to keep accounts balanced
Raise and send out sales invoices as requested
Prepare and share the debtors' report twice a month
Work with operational teams to recover outstanding debts, escalating issues when needed
Post cash receipts and allocate them to the correct invoices
Keep on top of aged debts management
Process direct debit payments
Manage the finance inbox daily—responding to queries where possible and escalating more complex issues to the Finance Manager. Keep inboxes well-organised and ensure clear records are maintained
Support payroll administration by communicating with staff about timesheets and new starters
Handle bank deposits and withdrawals, ensuring all banking paperwork is completed correctly
Maintain the digital filing system and lead the archiving of paper documents
Help out with other finance tasks as needed, including covering for colleagues during absences
Meet month-end deadlines to support the timely production of management accounts and reports
Take ownership of your professional development by keeping up with financial legislation and best practices, and attending any required training
Carry out any other reasonable tasks to support the Finance team
What can you expect in return?
Easy access via multiple bus routes
Casual dress code
Standard pension scheme (statutory minimum contributions)
Birthday day off
Pro-rata annual leave (56 hours for 10-hour workers; 28 days + bank holidays FTE)
Free snacks and drinks while working at the Canterbury Hub
2 all-staff training days per year
Additional hours available as the service continues to grow
Career progression pathways within the expanding charity
Access to relevant training and professional development to support your role and future goals
Interview Process
The interview process includes initial screening, an application form, and a supporting statement. Attention to detail and IT skills are key. Our client is neurodiversity-friendly, with questions shared in advance and interviews held via Teams or in person.
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