Bookkeeper

Confidential; Fleet; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

End-date: Dec 2026

Hybrid work potential

Broad responsibilities

9:00–17:00

Close with Finance Manager/Director

Job summary

Confidential is recruiting a temporary Bookkeeper based in Fleet to support the Finance Manager and Finance Director with day-to-day bookkeeping, payroll and monthly reporting.

The assignment runs until December 2026 with potential extension to March 2027. Initial on-site work with possible hybrid arrangements once established, and typical hours are 09:00–17:00.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a varied bookkeeping or similar finance role
• Experience of purchase ledger, cashbook maintenance and bank reconciliations
• Working knowledge of payroll, VAT and CIS returns
• Experience supporting the preparation of management accounts
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines
• A proactive, organised approach and confidence working independently

Responsibilities

• Maintaining the cashbook and purchase ledger
• Processing payments and completing bank reconciliations
• Supporting subcontractor administration and CIS returns
• Assisting with the preparation of management accounts
• Processing payroll and supporting commission calculations
• Preparing VAT returns
• Maintaining records relating to company vehicles
• Preparing information for the audit
• Reviewing credit control and providing invoice-chasing cover during annual leave or sickness

Job description

Howett Thorpe are working with a long-standing client to recruit a temporary Bookkeeper for an immediate start. Based in Fleet, this varied position offers the opportunity to support both the Finance Manager and Finance Director across day-to-day bookkeeping, payroll and month-end accounting.

The assignment will run until the end of December 2026, with the potential for an extension to March 2027. You will initially work onsite, with the possibility of some hybrid working once you are established and working independently.

Job Title: Bookkeeper
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Fleet
Salary: £17.95-£20.51 per hour
Reference no: 16177

Bookkeeper - Benefits

• Immediate start
• Assignment until the end of December 2026, with potential extension to March 2027
• Potential for some hybrid working once established
• Varied responsibilities across bookkeeping and wider finance
• Working hours 09:00 - 17:00
• Opportunity to work closely with the Finance Manager and Finance Director

Bookkeeper - About The Role

You will help maintain accurate financial records and support the smooth running of the finance function. This hands-on role would suit an experienced Bookkeeper who enjoys a broad remit and is comfortable balancing daily transactional work with regular reporting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining the cashbook and purchase ledger
• Processing payments and completing bank reconciliations
• Supporting subcontractor administration and CIS returns
• Assisting with the preparation of management accounts
• Processing payroll and supporting commission calculations
• Preparing VAT returns
• Maintaining records relating to company vehicles
• Preparing information for the audit
• Reviewing credit control and providing invoice-chasing cover during annual leave or sickness

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience in a varied bookkeeping or similar finance role
• Experience of purchase ledger, cashbook maintenance and bank reconciliations
• Working knowledge of payroll, VAT and CIS returns
• Experience supporting the preparation of management accounts
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines
• A proactive, organised approach and confidence working independently

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.