Accounting Technician

Our client is a well-established, multi-award-winning accountancy practice with a long-standing reputation for excellence. This family-run firm, with a consistent senior leadership team for over 25 years, is known for delivering high-quality financial services across Cumbria and Lancashire. They are now seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Technician to join their team on a full-time or part-time basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for numbers and a dedication to excellent client service to develop their career in a professional and friendly environment.

• Record financial transactions and maintain accurate ledgers
• Handle accounts payable/receivable and bank deposits
• Code invoices using Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage
• Prepare VAT returns, income & expenditure statements, P&L, and balance sheets
• Maintain petty cash and historical records
• Provide clerical and admin support to the finance team

• Prior experience in accounting/bookkeeping
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Proficiency in Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks
• Excellent organisation, time management, and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines

• Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum, based on experience.
• Flexible working hours: 37.5 hours per week, with a typical working day from 8:30am to 5:00pm (flexible for school runs, etc.). 100% office-based role.
• Overtime paid at the standard rate.
• Performance-based bonus paid every 6 months, up to 17% of salary.
• Holiday Package: 20 days + 8BH
• Holiday Buy-In scheme (unlimited) via salary sacrifice.
• Progression
• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension, health coverage, and other perks.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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