Experienced Bookkeeper (Xero) – Temporary to Permanent

About the role

Reed is recruiting on behalf of a well‑established business for an experienced Bookkeeper. This temporary assignment offers a supportive environment and the chance to progress to a permanent position.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and bookkeeping processes
• Complete weekly and monthly bank reconciliations
• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns to HMRC
• Manage sales ledger activities, including raising invoices, posting payments, and reporting on aged debtors
• Process purchase ledger transactions and supplier payments
• Prepare and maintain payroll information and pension contributions
• Produce monthly profit & loss reports and balance sheets
• Prepare weekly and monthly cash flow forecasts
• Liaise regularly with company leadership and external accountants
• Support month‑end and year‑end accounting processes
• Undertake additional finance and administrative duties as required

Required profile

• Previous experience in a bookkeeping position
• Strong working knowledge of Xero (essential)
• Experience preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Good understanding of sales and purchase ledger processes
• Experience supporting payroll administration
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• Confident communication skills and a proactive approach

Required skills

• Xero

What we offer

• Ongoing temporary assignment with the opportunity to move into a permanent position
• Competitive pay rate of £20.54 per hour
• Monday‑to‑Friday working pattern, 09:00‑15:00, with flexibility to start at 08:30
• Opportunity to join a stable and supportive business
• Varied and autonomous role with responsibility across the finance function