Job Title: Part-Time Bookkeeper

Location: Reigate, Surrey

Hours:12 hours per week (Ideally Monday, Wednesday & Friday 10am - 2pm)

Hourly Rate: £16 per hour

Our lovely client in Reigate is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Bookkeeper/Office Administrator to manage our client’s financial operations. This role combines traditional accounting responsibilities as well as supporting the smooth running of the office.

Bookkeeper Job Duties

• Record daily financial transactions in the accounting system
• Maintain accurate ledgers, journals, and account files
• Reconcile bank, credit card, and merchant accounts regularly
• Process vendor invoices and ensure timely payments
• Prepare and send customer invoices
• Track receivables and follow up on overdue accounts
• Maintain vendor and customer records
• Process payroll or assist with payroll preparation
• Maintain employee time and attendance records
• Calculate benefits, deductions, and reimbursements
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Generate balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports
• Assist with year-end closing procedures
• Assist with budget preparation and expense tracking
• Identify variances and report to management
• VAT Submissions

General Administrative Tasks

• Coordinate with external accountants or auditors
• Support office operations as needed

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in accounting or finance administration
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable, invoicing, and reconciliations.
• Excellent communication skills for client interaction.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with cloud-based tools.

Qualifications

• AAT Level 3 or equivalent (preferred but not essential).
• Knowledge of Quickbooks and ideally BrightPay
• Previous experience in a similar role within an SME environment is advantageous.

Personal Attributes

• Highly organised and detail-oriented.
• Professional and approachable with strong interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working in a small, friendly team.

This vacancy is being advertised by an independent recruitment agency acting on behalf of our client. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Due to the volume of applications, we may only be able to contact those who are shortlisted. By applying for this role, you consent to your information being processed and stored in accordance with our privacy policy and used for recruitment purposes. All successful appointments will be subject to the client’s standard pre-employment checks.