Bookkeeper

Bookkeeper

Birmingham | Hybrid Working | £30,000 - £35,000 | Permanent

Key Responsibilities

Maintaining accurate financial records and bookkeeping processes Managing accounts payable and ensuring suppliers are paid promptly Overseeing sales ledger activities and customer account balances Completing bank and balance sheet reconciliations Processing employee expenses and company card transactions Preparing and submitting VAT returns Assisting with month-end close activities Posting journals and maintaining accounting records Monitoring cash flow and supporting financial planning Liaising with suppliers, customers, and internal teams regarding finance queries Supporting improvements to financial controls and processes

About You

To be successful in this role, you'll bring previous bookkeeping experience and a hands-on approach to finance.

You'll have:

Experience working in a Bookkeeper or similar accounts position Strong knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping principles Confidence managing both purchase and sales ledgers Experience completing bank reconciliations and VAT returns Strong working knowledge of accounting packages such as Xero, Sage or QuickBooks Good Excel skills and a high level of accuracy Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail The ability to manage deadlines and prioritise workloads effectively

Additional Experience That Would Be Beneficial

AAT qualified or studying towards an accounting qualification Previous experience within an SME environment Exposure to month-end accounting procedures

What's on Offer

A broad and varied bookkeeping role with genuine responsibility The opportunity to join a business during an exciting period of growth A supportive and collaborative working environment Hybrid working arrangements Ongoing development opportunities The chance to make a visible impact within the finance function

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