Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Bookkeeper/Accounts Assistant to join our client’s finance team on an immediate basis. This hands‑on position will focus on clearing a backlog of transactions while maintaining day‑to‑day financial operations from the office.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and reduce a backlog of finance transactions.
• Raise and process sales invoices.
• Process purchase invoices and supplier payments.
• Handle accounts receivable, including receipt allocation and reconciliations.
• Perform bank reconciliations.
• Assist with month‑end processes, journal posting, and VAT returns.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ledgers.
• Support the finance team with ad‑hoc accounting duties and ensure compliance with internal controls.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Bookkeeper, Accounts Assistant or similar finance role.
• Strong knowledge of sales and purchase ledgers and general bookkeeping procedures.
• Experience with month‑end processes, journal entries and VAT.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and manage a busy workload.
• Immediate availability and willingness to work full‑time on‑site.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Xero accounting software.
• Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables and data analysis.

What we offer

• Flexible 4‑day or 5‑day work week based on candidate preference.
• Competitive hourly rate of £15‑£17.
• Opportunity to clear a finance backlog and contribute to core accounting processes.