Part Time Bookkeeper

Part Time Book-Keeper. Hemel Hempstead, Herts. £30,000 - £35,000 pro rata. c5 hours per day Monday to Friday.

Varied Bookeeping role, office based ( no hybrid arrangement ). Joining small established Quantity Surveyors.

Core Bookkeeping Tasks

  • Maintain accurate records in Xero software
  • Upload and process receipts/invoices via Dext, ensuring correct posting into Xero
  • Manage the purchase ledger, including supplier invoices and payments
  • Make supplier and subcontractor payments in line with due dates
  • Perform bank reconciliations regularly
  • Allocate costs and revenues correctly to projects
  • Handle CIS/Subcontractor invoices and deductions
  • Manage VAT returns and submissions
  • Prepare and submit HMRC payments (PAYE/CIS)
  • Support end-of-year preparation for accountants/auditors
  • Manage and reconcile multiple bank accounts

Reporting & Analysis

  • Generate aged payables reports and follow up on outstanding balances
  • Produce P&L reports (company-wide and project-based)
  • Prepare balance sheet reports for review
  • Run and review the trial balance to ensure accounts are accurate and balanced
  • Support cashflow management and forecasting
  • Create monthly reporting packs as required

Payroll (not essential but ideal)

  • Process payroll runs (or assist with data entry if outsourced)
  • Generate pay runs using payable reports

Controls & Compliance

  • Complete monthly checklist reconciliations (banks, creditors, VAT, etc.)
  • Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations (VAT, CIS, PAYE)
  • Assist with end-of-year reconciliations and filing

Account & Supplier Management

  • Contact and liaise with merchants, suppliers, and account managers
  • Resolve queries and discrepancies on invoices or payments
  • Maintain good relationships with suppliers to ensure smooth operations

For more information and to apply please send your CV


EC Appointments Ltd £30,000 - £35,000 per annum, pro-rata Hemel Hempstead