Bookkeeper

Niche Recruitment; Chippenham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A growing organisation is seeking a flexible part-time Bookkeeper to manage financial operations. This role requires proven bookkeeping experience, expertise in Xero, and the ability to prepare management accounts. You will work 30 hours per week in a hybrid model based in Royal Wootton Bassett, earning up to £20 an hour with additional benefits including annual leave. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy problem-solving, this position might be ideal for you.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bookkeeping roles.
• Ability to work independently.
• Comfortable in a dynamic team environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate bookkeeping using Xero.
• Process supplier invoices and manage payments.
• Perform bank reconciliations and prepare VAT returns.
• Prepare monthly management accounts.
• Provide financial insights to leadership.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Xero expertise

Management accounts preparation

VAT returns handling

Strong communication skills

Online payment management

Education

Level 3 AAT qualification or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Looking for a flexible part-time role where your financial expertise can make a real impact? If you're an experienced Bookkeeper ready to take ownership in a fast-moving, people-focused environment, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

A growing organisation is seeking a diligent and confident Bookkeeper to join their close-knit team. Working 30 hours per week across four or five days, you'll play a key role in ensuring accurate financial operations as the business continues to grow. If you thrive on working autonomously, love solving problems, and enjoy collaborating with a friendly, high-performing team, this could be the perfect fit.

This hybrid role is based in Royal Wootton Bassett, is working 1 day from home and the rest in the office for most of the week. The position offers up to £20 an hour depending on experience, 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, and the chance to contribute directly to a values-driven team.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date bookkeeping using Xero accounting software.
• Process and pay supplier invoices, and manage online payments and reconciliations.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations and prepare VAT returns.
• Prepare monthly management accounts including deferred income, P&L, and cash flow reports.
• Respond to finance-related enquiries and support the team with refunds and cancellations.
• Provide financial insights and support to leadership, working independently and proactively.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in bookkeeping roles, ideally gained in small and large businesses.
• Level 3 AAT qualification (or equivalent) and strong Xero expertise.
• Experience in preparing management accounts and handling VAT returns.
• Confident working independently, making sound financial judgements without constant oversight.
• Strong communication skills, comfortable in a dynamic and sometimes fast-paced team environment.
• Familiarity with managing online payment systems and reconciling transactions efficiently.

How to Apply

If you're ready to bring your skills to a meaningful and rewarding role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch with Tracy at Niche Recruitment with any questions.