Senior Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant
Brighton, East Sussex (Fully On site)
Temporary to permanent
£35,000-£40,000
We're partnering with a well established, privately owned SME business in the heart of Brighton to recruit a Senior Bookkeeper to join the team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on, working as part of a close-knit team, and making a real impact in a growing business.
You'll play a key part in the smooth running of the finance function, taking ownership of the day-to-day accounts and ensuring accurate financial reporting to the Senior Leadership Team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable
* Handling invoice finance and overseeing debtor/creditor management
* Preparing and running financial reports for review by SLT
* Managing payment runs and schedules
* Providing accurate and timely figures to support business decision-making
* Maintaining Xero records to a high standard
About You
We're looking for a confident finance professional with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage a varied workload in an SME environment.
Requirements:
* AAT qualified or qualified by experience
* Solid experience across bookkeeping
* Strong working knowledge of Xero (essential)
* Confident in managing AP/AR, reconciliations, and reporting
* Organised, proactive, and able to work independently in a fully onsite role
What's on Offer
* Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 (depending on experience)
* Temp to perm position with long-term potential
* Opportunity to play a key part in the ongoing success of a dynamic SME