Bookkeeper – Finance Team (3-month contract)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join the finance team on a three‑month fixed‑term contract, with the possibility of extension. Based in Irlam, you will support a fast‑paced business by handling a wide range of transactional accounting duties.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the end‑to‑end purchase ledger, processing invoices, matching purchase orders and resolving supplier queries.
• Prepare and execute supplier payment runs, including domestic and international payments, and issue remittance advice.
• Reconcile supplier accounts, company credit cards and bank statements, investigating any discrepancies.
• Raise customer invoices, monitor outstanding balances and carry out credit‑control activities.
• Support cash‑flow forecasting with accurate payment information.
• Process daily banking transactions and ensure postings comply with VAT regulations.
• Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and assist the wider finance team with day‑to‑day bookkeeping tasks.

Required profile

• Previous experience in a bookkeeping or all‑round transactional finance role.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations and payment processing.
• Good understanding of VAT and its application within a finance environment.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organisational and problem‑solving abilities.
• Confidence using accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

Required skills

• Accounting software
• Microsoft Excel

What we offer

• Competitive salary of approximately £40,000 per year.
• Three‑month fixed‑term contract with potential extension.
• On‑site role in Irlam, North West England.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast‑moving finance environment.