Bookkeeper

RG Consultancy Ltd; Borough of Rossendale; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Free onsite parking

Pension scheme

Job summary

RG Consultancy are working with a fantastic growing SME in Rochdale who are looking to recruit a Senior Accounts Assistant/Bookkeeper on a full-time basis. You will join a small team and report into the Finance Manager of the company.

Role responsibilities include day-to-day bookkeeping using Sage 50, processing invoices and VAT returns, and producing regular management reports. Flexible working hours and pension scheme are offered.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in an all-around accounts or bookkeeping role.
• An AAT qualification or studying towards is highly desirable
• Strong IT skills including MS Excel and accounting software; Sage 50 experience preferred
• Experience working in wholesale, distribution or retail environment is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and maintain accurate financial records using Sage 50.
• Process sales and purchase invoices, credit notes, payments and receipts.
• Maintain and reconcile bank accounts, credit cards and other balance sheet accounts.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable; ensure invoices/payments are processed promptly.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns; ensure records are accurate and compliant.
• Assist with month-end procedures, including accruals, prepayments and journal entries.
• Produce regular management reports (P&L, balance sheet, aged debtors/creditors).
• Support cash-flow monitoring and provide accurate financial information to management.

Skills

Bookkeeping

VAT returns

Bank reconciliations

Financial reporting

Education

AAT qualification or studies

Tools

Sage 50

MS Excel

Job description

RG Consultancy are working with a fantastic growing SME in Rochdale who are looking to recruit a Senior Accounts Assistant/Bookkeeper on a full-time basis. You will join a small team and report into the Finance Manager of the company

• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Flexible working hours
• Free onsite parking
• Pension scheme

Role Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and maintain accurate financial records using Sage 50
• Process sales and purchase invoices, credit notes, payments and receipts
• Maintain and reconcile bank accounts, credit cards and other balance sheet accounts
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring invoices and payments are processed promptly
• Monitor customer balances and supplier accounts, following up on outstanding items where required
• Prepare and submit VAT returns, ensuring records are accurate and compliant
• Perform regular bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Maintain accurate nominal ledgers and ensure transactions are correctly coded
• Assist with month-end procedures, including accruals, prepayments and journal entries
• Produce regular management reports, including profit & loss, balance sheet and aged debtor/creditor reports
• Assist with cash-flow monitoring and provide accurate financial information to management
• Maintain organised financial records and ensure all bookkeeping documentation is up to date
• Liaise with external accountants, auditors, suppliers and customers when required
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records in a timely manner
• Support the wider business with ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as required
• Ensure bookkeeping processes are efficient, accurate and compliant with relevant regulations

Person Specification

• At least 5 years' experience working with an all-around accounts or bookkeeper role
• An AAT qualification or studying towards is highly desirable
• Strong IT skills including MS Excel and accounting software, experience with SAGE 50 would be desirable
• Experience working within a wholesale, distribution or retail environment would be an advantage