Based in Luton, Bedfordshire our client is looking for a part time Bookkeeper & Office Administrator to join their team on a permanent, part-time basis working around 20 hours a week with flexibility on which days and hours.
This job would suit a strong bookkeeper or all-round accountant looking to take responsibility of keeping all financial systems and records up to date, provide reporting and general administrative support to the team.
Our client is a global entertainment & events business, delivering impactful experiences that blend artistry with precision and elevating brand messages.
The successful individual will be an experienced bookkeeper with an element of customer service background. Having a track record in the accurate operation and performance of bookkeeping and basic management accounting functions within a small business. They must have strong English communication skills, both oral and written, with good telephone manner. Having experience using Google Sheets, Xero and Slack is a plus.
Duties will include:
- Efficient and timely operation and management of accounting, book-keeping and reporting functions.
- Responsibility for the management and operation of sales ledger, purchase ledger and nominal ledger functions.
- Take responsibility for the completion of bank reconciliations, transaction entries, journal entries etc., on a day-to-day basis.
- Processing and issuing of supplier payments via payment software, including issuing of remittance advice.
- Preparation of basic monthly accounts and financial reports as required by the Directors, in a timely fashion at month-end. Explanation and identification of any exceptional items, to be brought to the Directors' attention.
- Perform and manage comprehensive and consistent month-end routines, policies and procedures, as directed.
- Provide input as required to the process of budgeting and forecasting.
- Communicate with suppliers where purchase invoice queries exist and resolve discrepancies.
- Undertake the preparation and submission of VAT returns through Xero.
- Process monthly payroll through Xero and issue of payment remittance to staff.
- Take responsibility for credit control function and decide on course of action to be taken with problem debtors. (in conjunction with Directors)
- Creating and Issuing Sales Invoices from Xero, ensuring correct sales nominal codes and department codes are used.
- Maintain a neat and orderly filing system of all of the company's financial records.
- Undertake bank reconciliation on Xero.
- Provide administrative support and assistance to the Directors as well as other staff
- Assist with the pre-production elements of the company's event projects, including booking suppliers, issuing purchase orders and booking accommodation and travel.
- Manage visitors to the Company's premises.
- Maintain stock levels of office supplies
This is a perfect opportunity for an experienced accountant looking for a part time bookkeeper role in an exciting business.
For more information about this role or any other part-time Bookkeeper jobs in Luton, Bedfordshire please contact me in confidence or visit our website www.mrkassociates.co.uk
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