Accountant

Reed; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Flexible part-time hours

Job summary

Reed Accountancy is recruiting a Part-Time Senior Bookkeeper for a well-established logistics business in Sittingbourne. The role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, VAT compliance, and providing financial insights to support business decisions.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of bookkeeping experience, 5+ years using Sage 50, and strong experience in management accounts and payroll. Flexible hours and a proactive, detail-oriented approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' bookkeeping and accounting experience.
• At least 5 years' experience using Sage 50.
• Strong experience preparing and submitting VAT returns.
• Experience producing management accounts and supporting year-end processes.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day bookkeeping activities including sales and purchase ledgers and general ledger.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns.
• Producing monthly management accounts and assisting with year-end accounts preparation.
• Maintaining accurate financial records using Sage 50.
• Monitoring cash flow and managing customer credit terms.
• Running monthly profitability analysis and ensuring accurate invoicing procedures.
• Processing payroll and ensuring compliance with tax and statutory requirements.
• Liaising closely with the MD on financial and commercial matters.
• Mentoring junior team members where required.
• Reconciling bank accounts and maintaining financial controls.

Skills

Bookkeeping

VAT returns

Management accounts

Payroll

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Commercial awareness

Communication

Tools

Sage 50

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Bookkeeper/Accountant

Sittingbourne, Kent From £20.00 per hour 18-21 hours per week

Reed Accountancy are delighted to be recruiting for a Part-Time Senior Bookkeeper on behalf of a well-established logistics business based in Sittingbourne.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to join a successful and growing SME. Working closely with the Managing Director, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day finance function, ensuring accurate financial records, maintaining compliance, and providing valuable financial insight to support business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing all day-to-day bookkeeping activities, including sales ledger, purchase ledger and general ledger maintenance.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns.
• Producing monthly management accounts and assisting with year-end accounts preparation.
• Maintaining accurate financial records using Sage 50.
• Monitoring cash flow and managing customer credit terms.
• Running monthly profitability analysis and ensuring accurate invoicing procedures.
• Processing payroll and ensuring compliance with relevant tax and statutory requirements.
• Liaising closely with the Managing Director on financial and commercial matters.
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members where required.
• Reconciling bank accounts and maintaining accurate financial controls.

About You

• A minimum of 10 years' bookkeeping and accounting experience.
• At least 5 years' experience using Sage 50.
• Strong experience preparing and submitting VAT returns.
• Experience producing management accounts and supporting year-end processes.
• Previous experience working within a small or medium-sized business environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to analyse financial information.
• Sound knowledge of payroll processes and accounting compliance requirements.
• Advanced IT skills, particularly within Sage 50 and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate from £20.00 per hour.
• Flexible part-time hours of 18-21 per week.
• Company pension scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Opportunity to work directly with senior management and make a real impact within the business.