Accounts Assistant & Bookkeeper

• Location: Basildon, Essex
• Job Type: Open to Full-time and Part-time
• Salary: £14 to £16 per hour

We are excited to announce the opportunity for a Bookkeeper/Accounts Assistant to join our team during a pivotal moment as we launch our first e-commerce website. The ideal candidate will manage the financial aspects of this rollout while maintaining control over daily finance operations.

• Manage all finance processes, including daily bank reconciliations, sales ledger updates, and cash flow management.
• Conduct reconciliation of supplier accounts and process payments.
• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns and EC sales lists.
• Perform nominal control account reconciliations.
• Assist external accountants with year-end reporting.
• Prepare monthly payroll information for external accountants.
• Submit monthly pension details.
• Handle office management tasks such as insurance, stationery orders, and other office requirements.
• Assist with annual stock takes as needed.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in other Microsoft Office packages.
• Excellent organisational and strong communication skills.
• Keen attention to detail and flexibility, particularly in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in a small, family-run business is a plus.
• Knowledge of payroll processes.
• General administrative skills for liaising with insurance and energy providers.
• Experience with Netsuite and Oracle is beneficial.
• Qualified accountant status, preferably AAT, is ideal.

• Competitive salary package.
• Flexible working opportunities, with both full-time and part-time positions available.
• Be part of a dynamic team during an exciting period of growth and development.

To apply for this role position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.