Bookkeeper

Reed; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Twice annual bonus

Flexible hours

Part-time

Job summary

Reed is seeking an experienced, organized bookkeeper to join on a part-time basis in Bishops Cleeve. The role offers approximately 16–18 hours per week with flexible days and hours, and a compensation of £18/hr.

The successful candidate will manage the company’s bookkeeping, ensure records are accurate, and support month-end and year-end processes, including VAT returns and interaction with external accountants.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a bookkeeping or finance position.
• Strong knowledge of purchase ledger and sales ledger processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase ledger and sales ledger.
• Process invoices, payments and receipts.
• Conduct bank reconciliations and general bookkeeping duties.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Maintain accurate financial records using Sage.
• Support month-end and year-end accounting processes.
• Prepare transactional information for external accountants.
• Assist with financial reporting and documentation requests.
• Ensure records remain compliant and up to date.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Purchase ledger

Sales ledger

Tools

Sage

Job description

Part-Time Bookkeeper (16-18 Hours Per Week)

Location: Bishops Cleeve
Hours: Approximately 16-18 hours per week with flexibility on working days and hours
Salary: £18/hr

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for an experienced and organised Bookkeeper to join our client on a part-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a flexible role that can fit around existing commitments while playing a key part in the day-to-day financial operations of a successful business.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the company's bookkeeping activities, ensuring financial records are accurate and maintained to a high standard, whilst supporting month-end and year-end processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the purchase ledger and sales ledger
• Processing invoices, payments and receipts
• Bank reconciliations and general bookkeeping duties
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Maintaining accurate financial records using Sage
• Supporting month-end and year-end accounting processes
• Preparing transactional accounting information for external accountants
• Assisting with financial reporting and documentation requests
• Ensuring all records remain compliant and up to date

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in a bookkeeping or finance position
• Strong knowledge of purchase ledger and sales ledger processes

What's on Offer?

• Flexible working hours around 16-18 hours per week
• Opportunity to work within a friendly and supportive environment
• Varied and autonomous role
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Long-term opportunity with a growing business, including twice annual bonus

If you are an experienced Bookkeeper looking for a flexible, part-time opportunity where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.