Bookkeeper

Techtrade Recruiting; Antrim; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible start times

Permanent position

Long-term job security

Job summary

Tech Trade Recruiting is working with a well-established, family-run business in Antrim to recruit an experienced Bookkeeper / Accounts Administrator. The role offers flexible working hours around family commitments, with about 25 hours per week initially and potential to grow into a full-time position as the business expands.

Key responsibilities include processing invoices, ledgers, reconciliations, VAT returns, CIS compliance, credit control support, and assisting with payroll as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in bookkeeping or accounts administration.
• Strong working knowledge of SAGE accounting software is essential.
• Experience with VAT returns, reconciliations and general bookkeeping.
• Good understanding of HMRC requirements and financial record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase and sales invoices.
• Maintain accurate purchase and sales ledgers.
• Complete bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Reconcile supplier statements and manage payments.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Manage CIS requirements, subcontractor verification and deductions.
• Monitor outstanding customer accounts and assist with credit control.
• Prepare financial information and reports for management and external accountants.
• Support general accounts administration and potentially payroll responsibilities as the business develops.

Skills

Independent worker

Organisational skills

Detail oriented

Time management

Tools

Sage accounting software

Excel

Job description

Tech Trade Recruiting is delighted to be working with a well-established, family-run business in Antrim to recruit an experienced Bookkeeper / Accounts Administrator.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a stable, long-term position within a friendly, supportive working environment.

The company offers genuine flexibility around working hours, with start and finish times that can accommodate family commitments, including school drop-offs and collections.

The position will initially involve approximately 25 hours per week, with the potential to develop into a full-time role as the wider business group continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing purchase and sales invoices
• Maintaining accurate purchase and sales ledgers
• Completing bank and credit card reconciliations
• Reconciling supplier statements and managing payments
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Managing Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) requirements, including subcontractor verification and deductions
• Monitoring outstanding customer accounts and assisting with credit control
• Preparing financial information and reports for management and external accountants
• Supporting general accounts administration and potentially taking on payroll responsibilities as the business develops
• Previous experience in a bookkeeping or accounts administration role
• Strong working knowledge of SAGE accounting software – essential
• Experience with VAT returns, reconciliations and general bookkeeping
• Good understanding of HMRC requirements and financial record-keeping
• Competent in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines
• A reliable, professional approach and a genuine interest in a long-term position
• Experience with CIS and payroll would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• £16.00 – £19.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Approximately 25 hours per week
• Flexible start and finish times to accommodate family commitments
• Permanent position with long-term job security
• Potential to progress into full-time employment as the business expands
• Friendly, welcoming environment within an established family-run company
• Opportunity to become a valued member of a growing business