Bookkeeper

Job Purpose:

To support the finance department in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and assisting with reporting and compliance. The Bookkeeper/ Finance Assistant plays a key role in ensuring the smooth financial operation of this business.

• Process supplier invoices and match them to purchase orders
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
• Prepare and process customer invoices for collection services
• Monitor and chase outstanding payments (credit control)
• Assist with bank reconciliations and petty cash management
• Maintain accurate records of vehicle and equipment expenses
• Support payroll processing by collating timesheets and expense claims
• Assist with month-end procedures, including journal entries and accruals
• Prepare reports on waste volumes, costs, and revenue for management
• Liaise with operations and logistics teams to ensure accurate billing
• Maintain compliance with carrier and environmental regulations

Day-to-Day Duties

• Logging daily collection jobs and ensuring accurate billing
• Tracking fuel usage and vehicle maintenance costs
• Recording landfill and recycling fees
• Managing weighbridge data and integrating it into financial reports
• Communicating with site managers about job costing and discrepancies
• Handling customer queries about invoices or payments
• Updating spreadsheets with daily income from skip hire or recycling sales

• AAT Level or qualified by experience
• Experience in a finance or accounts role
• Strong Excel and accounting software skills knowledge of Xero is essential.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management
• Good communication and teamwork skills