Bookkeeper/Accounts Assistant

The accounts assistant/bookkeeper is responsible for processing all invoices, receipts and payments, posting to Sage 200 and preparing reconciliations and reports on a regular and ad hoc basis for companies within the group.

Client Details

This opportunity is with a mid-size organisation within the property industry, known for its focused and efficient approach to financial management. The company operates within a professional environment, providing critical services in its sector.

Description

Key responsibilities of the Bookkeeper -

• Processing purchase invoices
• Processing receipts and payments
• Preparing reconciliations and ad hoc reports including, but not limited to, bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations etc.
• Completion of VAT & CIS returns
• Ensuring that the accounting records and Sage system are accurate and up to date and that historical information is easily retrievable
• Preparation and posting of accruals, prepayments, deferred income and other journals, including depreciation
• Reviewing Profit & Loss account and Balance Sheet entries and making corrections as needed
• Assisting with credit control where necessary
• Assisting with budget creation and analysis
• Raising purchase orders
• Preparing and processing sales invoices
• Preparation and provision of information to external auditors
• Other ad hoc tasks as required

Profile

A successful Bookkeeper professional should have:

· Experience in an accounting role preparing financial information to trial balance

· Computer literate - Word, Excel, Outlook

· Good understanding of accounting practices

· Excellent reconciliation skills

· Working knowledge of VAT

Job Offer

A salary of up tp £35,000, benefits and hybrid working.