Bookkeeper

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

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Hybrid working potential

Job summary

Howett Thorpe are recruiting a temporary Bookkeeper for an immediate start in Fleet. The role supports the Finance Manager and Finance Director across day-to-day bookkeeping, payroll and month-end accounting. Initially onsite with potential for hybrid working as you establish independence.

The assignment runs until the end of December 2026, with a possible extension to March 2027. Working hours are 09:00–17:00, and you'll collaborate closely with senior finance leaders to ensure accurate

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a varied bookkeeping or finance role.
• Experience with purchase ledger, cashbook maintenance and bank reconciliations.
• Experience supporting payroll, VAT and CIS returns.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the cashbook and purchase ledger.
• Process payments and perform bank reconciliations.
• Support subcontractor administration and CIS returns.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Payroll

VAT returns

CIS returns

Tools

Purchase ledger

Cashbook maintenance

Bank reconciliations

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. Your responsibilities will include:

• 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

The successful Bookkeeper will have:

• 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