Bookkeeper

Tate Recruitment; Dorking; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Work-life balance

Flexible environment

Long-term stability

Job summary

Tate Recruitment in Dorking is recruiting a Part-Time Bookkeeper to join a friendly, established team. 20–25 hours per week, with two days in the office and flexible hours open to discussion. Salary is equivalent to £36,000–£38,000 FTE, pro rata depending on hours.

You will manage bookkeeping for a portfolio of small to medium-sized businesses and sole traders, prepare VAT returns, and produce month-end and year-end accounts using Xero, QuickBooks and Excel. Driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing end-of-month and year-end accounts
• Confident preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential)

Responsibilities

• Managing bookkeeping for a portfolio of small to medium-sized businesses and sole traders
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Preparing end-of-month and year-end accounts
• Bank reconciliations
• Maintaining accurate financial records
• Supporting clients with day-to-day finance queries
• Liaising with accountants and clients where required

Skills

Xero

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

Looking for a bookkeeping role that works around your life?

We're recruiting for a Part-Time Bookkeeper to join a friendly, supportive and well-established team based in Dorking. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for flexibility, whether that's around childcare, family commitments or other interests outside of work.

The Role

• 20-25 hours per week (depending on the individual)
• Hours can be split to suit you
• Ideally 2 days per week in the office
• Flexible working hours, open to discussion
• Salary equivalent to £36,000-£38,000 FTE (pro rata depending on hours)

Responsibilities

• Managing bookkeeping for a portfolio of small to medium-sized businesses and sole traders
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Preparing end-of-month and year-end accounts
• Bank reconciliations
• Maintaining accurate financial records
• Supporting clients with day-to-day finance queries
• Liaising with accountants and clients where required

Requirements

• Experience preparing end-of-month and year-end accounts
• Confident preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Strong working knowledge of Xero, QuickBooks, and Excel
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential)
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

What's on Offer?

• Mature, flexible and supportive working environment
• Genuine work-life balance
• Flexibility around working patterns and hours
• Ideal for parents or those with commitments outside of work
• Friendly team and long-term stability

If you're an experienced Bookkeeper looking for a role that offers flexibility, autonomy and a genuinely supportive culture, we'd love to hear from you.