Bookkeeper
- Job Type: Full-time
- Location: Basildon
- Salary Range: £28,000 to £30,000
- Part time or Full time (Some Hybrid once fully trained)
We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining our financial records, including purchases, sales, receipts, and payments. This role requires a high level of accuracy and the ability to handle confidential information.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
- Record day-to-day financial transactions and complete the posting process.
- Reconcile bank accounts at the end of each month.
- Monitor financial transactions and reports.
- Process accounts receivable and payable.
- Understand ledgers and assist with the preparation of financial statements.
- Work with the accounting and management team to set budgets, monitor spending, and process payroll and other expenses.
- Collate and analyze account data and generate financial reports.
- Track and maintain inventory records.
- Maintain a filing system for all financial documents.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven bookkeeping experience.
- Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable/receivable principles.
- Proven ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records.
- Data entry skills with a knack for numbers.
- Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and proprietary software.
- Proficiency in English and in MS Office.
- Customer service orientation and negotiation skills.
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- AAT qualification or similar is preferred but not essential.