Bookkeeper

Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Limited; Basildon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected financial services organization in Basildon is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to maintain financial records, ensure compliance, and support finance operations. The ideal candidate will have AAT qualifications, strong bookkeeping experience, and familiarity with accounting software. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to work in a stable, professional environment.

Benefits

Referral reward program

Climate Action Workforce partnership

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bookkeeping and accounting.
• Ideally experienced within financial services.
• Strong working knowledge of accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily bookkeeping tasks.
• Prepare and process staff expenses.
• Support the production of financial statements.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Attention to detail

Team player

Accounting software knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

AAT qualified or equivalent

Tools

Sage

IRIS

Job description

Bookkeeper

Basildon, Essex 35,000 - 45,000 per annum
Full Time / Permanent (Full Time Onsite)

Deerfoot Recruitment is working on behalf of a respected financial services organisation seeking a Bookkeeper to join its finance team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic, growing group that provides investment management, wealth planning, and corporate advisory services.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the day‑to‑day operations of the finance department, maintaining accurate financial records across multiple group companies, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out daily bookkeeping tasks including transaction recording, ledger maintenance, and account reconciliations.
• Manage purchase ledgers, input invoices, and monitor accounts payable mailboxes.
• Prepare and process staff expenses and payments, including Amex reconciliations.
• Assist with bank reconciliations, regulatory returns, and audit preparation.
• Support the production of financial statements and reports.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in bookkeeping and accounting (AAT qualified or equivalent).
• Ideally experienced within financial services, investment management, or a similar professional environment.
• Strong working knowledge of accounting software (e.g. Sage, IRIS).
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and a proactive approach.
• Confident communicator and strong team player.
• Would suit someone locally based in Essex.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Bookkeeper seeking a stable, professional environment within a well‑established financial organisation.

Bookkeeper / Junior Bookkeeper / Senior Bookkeeper / Certified Bookkeeper / Accounts Clerk / Accounts Assistant / Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk / Ledger Clerk / Accounts Officer / Finance Clerk

Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate 1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.