Bookkeeper

Flexicruit; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food and ingredients supplier in Birmingham is seeking a Bookkeeper to join their team. This role involves managing financial accounts, invoicing, and ensuring accurate record-keeping. The ideal candidate should possess expertise in Sage software, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills to thrive in this fast-paced, customer-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with Sage software and double-entry bookkeeping is essential.
• Strong attention to detail in financial data management.
• Excellent communication skills for discussing financial matters.

Responsibilities

• Invoicing sales orders and handling customer account inquiries.
• Preparing management accounts and conducting bank reconciliations.
• Managing VAT, Intrastat, and compiling EC sales reports.

Skills

Knowledge of Sage

Understanding of double-entry bookkeeping

Ability to spot inconsistencies

Skill in managing payments

Capability to discuss financial matters

Ability to prioritize responsibilities

Tools

Sage Line 50

Job description

About the job: Bookkeeper

Position: Bookkeeper

Location: Rubery, Birmingham

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000

Work Model: Monday to Friday, with the option of one day WFH

We have partnered with a leading food and ingredients supplier based in Birmingham. They serve a wide range of sectors, from manufacturing to retail, catering to small independent businesses, and some of the UK and Europe's largest companies. They ensure their products meet the highest specifications and offer reliable service. They are always striving to make innovative and successful additions to their product range and are now looking for a Bookkeeper to join this intimate team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Invoicing sales orders as per received PODs from transport companies
• Handling enquiries regarding customer accounts
• Preparing management accounts
• Conducting bank reconciliation
• Managing VAT and Intrastat (sales, purchases)
• Compiling EC sales reports
• Posting purchase invoices, expenses, or supplier credit notes into SAGE
• Creating new supplier and customer accounts, as well as new products
• Accounts receivables / credit control: posting customer payments from bank statements/CHQs received
• Monitoring customer accounts regarding credit limits
• Chasing outstanding customer invoices
• Reporting late customer payments
• Submitting claims to credit insurers and dealing with insurer enquiries
• Submitting CCJ claims

Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge of Sage, preferably Sage Line 50, is a must
• Understanding of core concepts like double-entry bookkeeping
• Ability to spot inconsistencies or discrepancies in financial data
• Skill in managing and tracking outstanding payments to ensure timely collection
• Capability to discuss financial matters clearly with colleagues and clients
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines

This is an excellent opportunity to further your career with a well-established company. If you have a passion for food and thrive in a customer-oriented, fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your career!