Bookkeeper

Eye4 Recruitment; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Bookkeeper in Farnborough, UK, with strong attention to detail and proficiency in cloud-based accounting platforms. The role involves managing invoices, reconciliations, VAT submissions, and year-end accounts preparation. Candidates should be organized and proactive to handle varying workloads effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience in bookkeeping and accounting practices.
• Thorough understanding of VAT and compliance.
• Ability to manage varied workloads and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process sales invoices accurately as per agreements.
• Manage purchase invoices and ensure timely entries.
• Handle petty cash and reconcile transactions.
• Complete bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and EC Sales Lists.
• Complete year-end bookkeeping tasks and prepare journals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Cloud-based accounting platforms

Excel

Sage

QuickBooks Online

Xero

Organisational skills

Proactive

Job description

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Bookkeeper who demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and a strong working knowledge of cloud-based accounting platforms. The successful candidate will be confident using Excel, Sage, QuickBooks Online, and Xero, and will bring a thorough understanding of day-to-day bookkeeping processes as well as more advanced financial tasks.

This role requires someone who is organised, proactive, and able to manage a varied workload while supporting both internal teams and external clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately processing sales invoices in line with client agreements and internal procedures
• Managing purchase invoices, ensuring correct coding, approval tracking, and timely entry into the accounting system
• Handling petty cash transactions, reconciliations, and monthly reporting

Banking & Reconciliations

• Completing bank reconciliations across multiple accounts, ensuring accuracy of postings and timely resolution of discrepancies
• Reconciling credit card, loan, and other financial accounts as required

VAT & Compliance

• Preparing and submitting VAT Returns across a variety of schemes including:
  • Standard
  • Cash Accounting
  • Flat Rate
  • Marginal Schemes
• Preparing and submitting EC Sales Lists in accordance with HMRC guidelines
• Supporting clients with VAT queries, offering clear explanations and practical solutions
• Liaising directly with HMRC regarding submission deadlines, registration and de-registration changes, and general compliance matters

Year-End Preparation

• Completing all bookkeeping tasks required for year-end accounts, such as:
  • Processing monthly and year-end payroll journals
  • Posting fixed asset additions, disposals, and depreciation journals
  • Reconciling loan, HP, and lease balances
  • Ensuring all ledgers are accurate, complete, and ready for accountant review