Advanced Bookkeeper (On-site)

Confidential; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Supportive environment

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an experienced Advanced Bookkeeper to join our team in Widnes on a part-time basis (24 hours per week). This role reports to the Operations Manager and Fractional Finance Director, and involves managing day-to-day financial operations with a focus on accuracy and process improvement.

You will oversee invoicing, supplier payments, payroll processing, VAT returns and HMRC reporting while maintaining strong financial controls.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' bookkeeping or finance experience.
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping principles and financial controls.
• Excellent working knowledge of Xero.
• Experience processing payroll and pension schemes.
• Good understanding of VAT and HMRC compliance requirements.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• The ability to manage workloads independently and prioritise effectively.
• A proactive and positive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Manage sales ledger activities, including invoicing and credit control.
• Process supplier invoices, reconcile supplier accounts and maintain purchase ledger records.
• Prepare and process weekly supplier payment runs.
• Complete daily bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Monitor cash flow and maintain accurate financial records.
• Process monthly payroll, pension submissions and HMRC reporting.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Assist with month-end procedures, including balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support the preparation of management accounts.
• Maintain accurate accounting records within Xero.
• Ensure compliance with financial controls and company procedures.
• Liaise with HMRC, suppliers and other external stakeholders as required.
• Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and efficiencies.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Payroll processing

VAT compliance

Excel

Microsoft Office

Education

AAT Level 3 or above

Tools

Xero

Job description

Advanced Bookkeeper (Part-Time)

Location: Widnes (Office Based)
Hours: 24 hours per week (3 days) 8am - 16:30pm
Salary: 32,000 - 36,000 FTE (Pro Rata)
Contract: Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Advanced Bookkeeper to join our growing team. Reporting to the Operations Manager and Fractional Finance Director, you will play a key role in managing the day-to-day financial operations of the business.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive finance professional who enjoys working independently while contributing to a wider team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage sales ledger activities, including invoicing and credit control.
• Process supplier invoices, reconcile supplier accounts and maintain purchase ledger records.
• Prepare and process weekly supplier payment runs.
• Complete daily bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Monitor cash flow and maintain accurate financial records.
• Process monthly payroll, pension submissions and HMRC reporting.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Assist with month-end procedures, including balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support the preparation of management accounts.
• Maintain accurate accounting records within Xero.
• Ensure compliance with financial controls and company procedures.
• Liaise with HMRC, suppliers and other external stakeholders as required.
• Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and efficiencies.

About You

• At least 5 years' bookkeeping or finance experience.
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping principles and financial controls.
• Excellent working knowledge of Xero.
• Experience processing payroll and pension schemes.
• Good understanding of VAT and HMRC compliance requirements.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• The ability to manage workloads independently and prioritise effectively.
• A proactive and positive approach to problem-solving.

Desirable

• AAT Level 3 or above.
• CIS knowledge and experience.
• Experience working in an SME environment.

What We Offer

• Flexible working hours, including consideration for school hours.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you're an experienced bookkeeper looking for a flexible role where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.