Bookkeeper

Our client are a specialist ergonomics company dedicated to looking after the musculoskeletal needs and well-being of 70% of the UK work population – the office worker.

They are seeking a Bookkeeper to be responsible for managing financial data and processing accounts payable. The role will also provide administrative support to the Administration Team for Sun Rehabilitation & Workspace Health.

THE ROLE :

• Manage and maintain accurate financial records using Xero and other accounting software.
• Preparation of quotes
• Process accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments and collections.
• Reconcile bank statements and ensure accuracy in financial reports.
• Assist in preparing financial statements and reports for review by management. with weekly spreadsheets and full costly breakdown
• Sales invoicing, communications with customers and statements
• Sales and purchase ledger entries and reconciliations. Remittances allocated
• Cashflow management.
• Petty cash.
• Processing of expenses and reimbursements.
• Full profit and loss and balance sheet, month end and year end.
• Full VAT responsibility and submission of VAT returns to HMRC.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information and adhere to data protection policies.
• Create, update and administration of case referrals into Company Software program.
• Prepare correspondence, documentation or presentation materials.
• General administration duties including answering phone calls, taking messages.
• Deal with any emails received or accurately take a message to pass on to responsible person.
• Accurately maintain electronic and hard copy filing system.
• Process and deliver requests for information and data.
• Resolve administrative problems and enquiries.
• Deal with Case referrals from start to finish.
• Prepare and modify documents including correspondence, reports, spreadsheets, drafts, memos and emails.
• Assist the Directors in administrative tasks, such as drafting or proof-reading policies & procedures.
• Maintain high levels of confidentiality in regard to information (such as patient notes) within the business.
• Any other reasonable duties and responsibilities considered appropriate by the management of the Company.

The successful candidate will have 2 years' accounting experience and a solid understanding of accounting principles and practices. Xero Accounting software experience is essential.

The successful candidate will also have 1 years' administrative experience, preferably in a fast paced office-based environment.

THE PERSON :

• Bookkeeping qualification such as AAT, ILFM (or other similar qualification)
• Knowledge of accounts payable processes and procedures
• Intermediate/Advanced in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Able to problem solve and respond appropriately to a wide range of enquiries
• Ability to confidently work alone or in a team
• Discrete/confidential
• Self-motivated, proactive and able to use own initiative
• Fantastic communicator with a professional telephone manner
• Highly organised to be able to manage time and task management of self and others
• High level of customer service (internally and externally focused)
• Friendly and approachable
• Team player
• Creates strong professional working relationships
• Willingness to go above and beyond the minimum expectation
• Adaptable and able to work in any aspect of both businesses when required

The hours of work are 24 hours per week to be worked Monday to Friday.

Pay: £12.00 per hour

Benefits:

On-site parking