Bookkeeper

Tate; Dorking; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Work-life balance

Friendly team

Job summary

Tate in Dorking is seeking a part-time Bookkeeper to join a friendly, supportive team. The role offers flexible hours (20-25 per week) with options to split across days and a pro-rata salary equivalent to £36,000–£38,000 FTE.

The successful candidate will work on bookkeeping for multiple small to medium clients and handle VAT returns, month-end and year-end tasks. Strong knowledge of Xero, QuickBooks and Excel is essential, and a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle is required.

Qualifications

• Previous bookkeeping experience is required.

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

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

Part-Time Bookkeeper Dorking Flexible Hours

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

• Previous bookkeeping experience
• 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.

Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.