Bookkeeper

About the role

Dynamite Recruitment is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join its established finance team in East Grinstead on a permanent basis. The role is hands‑on and requires strong Sage Line 50 expertise, with responsibility for managing day‑to‑day accounts across multiple entities through to trial balance.

Key responsibilities

• Manage sales and purchase ledgers, process invoices and chase outstanding debts.
• Produce monthly management reports and profit & loss summaries.
• Complete daily bank, credit‑card and supplier statement reconciliations.
• Prepare accounts through to trial balance for year‑end review.
• Support or manage monthly payroll processing and pension contributions.
• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns via Sage in line with Making Tax Digital requirements.
• Produce CIS returns and maintain accurate financial records using Sage Line 50.

Required profile

• Previous experience in a similar bookkeeping role.
• Confidence managing accounts through to trial balance.
• AAT Level 4 qualification preferred, but QBE will be considered.
• Strong Excel skills with good analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities.

Required skills

• Sage Line 50
• Excel

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to take ownership of the day‑to‑day finance function
• Pension scheme
• Onsite parking