Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant

Join Our Team as a Bookkeeper/Accounts Assistant!

1. Introduction to Our Business: We are a trusted distributor of building equipment based in Essex, near Basildon. As a small, dedicated team, we pride ourselves on delivering quality and reliability to our clients. With close oversight from our financially experienced directors, we’re seeking an experienced Bookkeeper/Accounts Assistant to support our growing operations.

2. Role and Responsibilities In this key role, you’ll ensure our financial records are accurate and up to date. Your responsibilities will include:

• Performing bank reconciliations

• Maintaining accurate and current ledgers

• Inputting purchase ledger invoices (sales ledger handled by another team member)

• Completing the VAT returns (with oversight as needed)

• Preparing payments for director approval

• Inputting stock and other journals with director guidance

• Providing general accounts oversight and support You’ll work closely with the directors, benefiting from their expertise while contributing to the smooth running of our financial processes.

1. Skills Required We’re looking for a detail-oriented and punctual professional with:

• Ideally qualified or part-qualified in bookkeeping or accounting

• Proven experience in a similar role

• Strong understanding of bank reconciliations, ledger management, and invoice processing

• Ability to work accurately under minimal supervision

• Experience with Sage (our platform)

• Excellent organisational skills and a proactive attitude This is a full-time, in-office role, 5 days a week, offering a competitive salary of £26,000 - £32,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Join us and become a valued member of our close-knit team! Apply today to help keep our finances on track.