Bookkeeper

Avant Advisory Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Competitive salary

Annual leave 20 days + bank holidays

37.5 h/w

Job summary

Avant Advisory Ltd in Chelmsford seeks an experienced Bookkeeper to join our Chartered Accountants practice. You will manage ledgers, bank reconciliations and VAT returns with accuracy and discretion.

The role is 37.5 hours per week with hybrid working and a salary of £27,000–£30,000 per annum plus 20 days holiday and bank holidays; Xero and Dext experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with Xero and Dext in a practice environment.
• Strong MS Office skills and IT literacy.
• Attention to detail with ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase and sales invoices for clients.
• Manage Purchase Ledger Runs and handle payments.
• Record and post bank transactions using bank feeds and reconciliations.
• Verify debtor and creditor reports for accuracy.
• Address ad hoc queries and secretarial matters.
• Prepare cash reports showing cash movements for clients.
• Generate rental statements for clients.
• Prepare VAT returns for review.

Skills

Dext

Xero accounting software

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Education

Fully qualified bookkeeper or qualified by experience

Minimum 3 years practice experience

Job description

Job Title: Experienced Bookkeeper

Location: Chelmsford, CM2 0AU

Salary: 27,000 to 30,000 per annum

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

About us:

Avant Advisory are a firm of Chartered Accountants and Business Advisors. With a modern approach and a focus on the future, we give businesses the tools they need to succeed.

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced and detail–oriented Bookkeeper to join our small but dynamic accounting practice team. This role offers the ability for flexible working hours and the opportunity to work with a diverse client base.

Core Company Values:

• Strive for Excellency – We ensure the clients receive an efficient high–quality service
• Always Innovating – We like to be early adopters of technological advancements in order to be more efficient
• Keep Calm & Keep it real – We ensure we are open, honest and diligent throughout our role and professional with our clients
• Help each other to be better than good – We treat each member of our staff with respect and politeness to ensure a collaborative and cooperative workplace which promotes healthy working relationships
• We worry so the clients do not have to – We ensure that clients' needs are met and provide a high–quality outsourced finance function

Key Responsibilities:

• Process purchase and sales invoices for clients
• Manage Purchase Ledger Runs and handle regular and urgent payments
• Record and post bank transactions using bank feeds, including bank reconciliations
• Verify debtor and creditor reports for accuracy
• Address ad hoc queries and secretarial matters
• Prepare cash reports showing cash movements for clients
• Generate rental statements for clients
• Prepare VAT returns for review

About you:

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

• Proficiency in Dext and Xero accounting software
• Strong command of Microsoft Office packages
• Solid IT knowledge and adaptability to new technologies
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently

Qualifications and Experience:

• Fully qualified bookkeeper or qualified by experience
• Minimum 3 years practice experience
• Proven track record in bookkeeping

What We Offer:

• Working hours: 37.5 hours per week
• Hybrid working model: 4 days in the office essential
• 20 days annual leave in addition to the 8 statutory bank holidays

Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Bookkeeper, Bookkeeping Clerk, Accountant, Finance Officer, Cash Accountant, Accounts Admin, Financial Administrator, Payroll Administrator, Invoicing, Xero, SAP, Accounts, Finance Assistant, Account Assistant, Accounts Administrator, Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger, Financial Assistant, Accounts Clerk, Finance Clerk, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Credit Control will also be considered for this role.