Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper (Part Time)

Job description

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper to join our team on a part-time basis. The successful candidate will support our finance function, ensuring that all accounting records are maintained accurately and efficiently.

Working hours and days could potentially be tailored to suit the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain accurate financial records and ledgers
  • Process invoices and payments (accounts payable and receivable)
  • Bank reconciliations and monthly reporting
  • Prepare and submit VAT returns
  • Assist with payroll processing and related reporting
  • Support the preparation of management accounts
  • Liaise with external accountants and HMRC where required
  • Monitor and follow up on outstanding payments
  • Maintain accounting software and filing systems
  • General administrative and finance support as needed

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in a similar bookkeeping or accounts assistant role
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
  • Proficient in accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, Xero) and Microsoft Excel
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
  • Good communication skills, both written and verbal
  • AAT qualification or similar

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, if you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.

However, we encourage you to visit our website for information on future vacancies that may be of interest

This vacancy is being advertised by Rachel Hill Resourcing who are acting as an employment agency / business

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job!.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Rachel Hill Resourcing Limited £20,000 - £30,000 per annum Leighton Buzzard