Bookkeeper

Job Description:

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Bookkeeper to join our team. Reporting to our Directors, the successful candidate will handle various financial tasks to ensure the smooth operation of our accounting processes. This role requires a meticulous individual with strong organisational skills and a keen eye for detail.

Key Responsibilities:

General Ledger Management:

• Recording Transactions: Keeping accurate records of all financial transactions.
• Reconciling Accounts: Regularly balancing and reconciling accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Maintaining General Ledgers: Updating and maintaining the general ledger and sub-ledgers.

Payroll:

• Processing Payroll: Calculating and processing employee salaries, wages, bonuses, and deductions.
• Tax Compliance: Managing payroll deductions & taxes and ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
• Payroll Reporting: Preparing and filing payroll reports.

Accounts Payable:

• Managing Invoices: Processing incoming invoices, verifying amounts, and ensuring timely payments to suppliers.
• Managing Collections: Following up on overdue invoices and managing collections.

Financial Reporting:

• Monthly/ Annual Reports: Preparing financial statements up to Management Accounts
• Budgeting: Assisting in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.
• Management Reports: Providing regular reports to management for decision-making.

Tax Preparation:

• Tax Filings: Preparing and submitting tax returns and ensuring compliance with UK regulations.
• Tax Documentation: Maintaining accurate records for tax purposes and assisting with audits.

Bank Reconciliation:

• Reconciling Bank Statements: Matching the company's bank statements with its financial records to ensure consistency.
• Monitoring Cash Flow: Keeping track of cash flow and managing bank deposits and withdrawals.

Expense Management:

• Tracking Expenses: Monitoring and categorising expenses to ensure they are recorded correctly.
• Petty Cash Management: Handling petty cash and ensuring it is recorded and reconciled.

Software Management:

• Using Accounting Software: Proficiently using accounting software (Sage Line 50 and Sage 50 Payroll) to manage financial records.
• System Updates: Ensuring the accounting software is up-to-date and implementing new features as needed.

Compliance and Audits:

• Compliance: Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards.
• Assisting Audits: Overseeing & providing documentation and support during internal and external audits.

Communication and Coordination:

• Liaising with Stakeholders: Communicating with clients, suppliers, and financial institutions.

Supporting Management: Assisting management with financial decisions by providing accurate and timely financial information.