Overview

We are seeking a meticulous and highly motivated Bookkeeper to take full ownership of our financial records and maintain the company’s financial integrity. In this role, you will manage day-to-day accounting functions, oversee full-cycle bookkeeping on Sage 200, and deliver accurate, real-time financial data directly to the Managing Director. If you are an experienced finance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and prides yourself on outstanding attention to detail, we want you on our team.

Schedule:

• Mon-Thurs 7 am-4 pm, Fri 7 am-2 pm (1 hr unpaid break)

Responsibilities

• Full Cycle Bookkeeping: Manage all daily financial transactions, ensuring accurate coding and posting to Sage 200
• Month-End Procedures: Perform month-end closing processes, including accruals, prepayments, and depreciation journals.
• Management Accounts: Prepare and present monthly P&L, Balance Sheet, and Budget Variance reports for the Managing Director.
• Audit Liaison: Work closely with external accountants to ensure year-end accounts are verified and compliant.
• VAT & Compliance: Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns and ensure the business remains compliant with current tax legislation.
• Bank Reconciliation: Perform daily reconciliations of all bank accounts including foreign currency
• Cash Flow Forecasting: Maintain and update a rolling cash flow forecast to assist with forward planning.
• Payment Processing: Manage the Purchase Ledger, ensuring supplier invoices are authorized and paid within agreed terms.
• Ledger Maintenance: Oversee the Sales Ledger, ensuring receipts are allocated daily.
• Credit Assessment: Evaluate credit applications for new customers using credit rating agencies.
• Account Queries: Act as the primary point of contact for complex billing disputes or account reconciliations.
• Proactive Collection: Maintain professional relationships with clients to ensure timely payments and minimize aged debt.

Requirements

• Software: Must have Advanced proficiency in Sage 50 and Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables); Proficiency in Sage 200 is highly preferred
• Qualifications: AAT Level 3 or 4 (or qualified by significant experience).
• Technical Ability: Deep understanding of Double Entry Bookkeeping and Trial Balances.
• Experience: Minimum 3–5 years in a similar full-charge bookkeeping role
• Communication: Professional, articulate, and capable of explaining financial data to non-finance staff.
• Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to data entry and complex account reconciliations

Personal Attributes:

• You understand that accurate books are the foundation for the sales and operations teams to succeed.
• In a growing business, roles evolve. You embrace change with a flexible and positive mindset.
• You are a highly motivated individual who can work alone with initiative.
• You take pride in maintaining the company’s financial integrity over the long term.
• You have an "outstanding attention to detail" and a "can-do" attitude

Independent Contractor Perks

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring
• Health Insurance Coverage for eligible locations

Note

Please click the Apply button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.