Bookkeeper

Pertemps Gloucester; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Collaborative environment

Varied workload

Job summary

Pertemps Gloucester is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join a friendly professional services firm in Bristol. You will manage day-to-day bookkeeping for a diverse client base, ensuring records are accurate and deadlines met.

The role offers a permanent, full-time position with Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm. Salary up to £34,000 depending on experience; VBA/industry knowledge and proficiency with accounting software are desirable for building long-term client relationships.

Qualifications

• Previous bookkeeping experience is essential.
• Experience within a professional practice environment would be advantageous.
• Good understanding of bookkeeping principles and VAT.
• Confident using accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Professional and confident communicator.
• Able to manage workload independently and prioritise effectively.
• CIS experience would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day bookkeeping activities
• Maintaining purchase and sales ledgers
• Performing bank reconciliations
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Processing financial transactions and maintaining accounting records
• Preparing information for year-end accounts
• Liaising with clients regarding financial queries
• Providing general administrative support related to accounts functions
• Assisting with CIS administration where required

Skills

Bookkeeping

VAT knowledge

Accounting software

CIS experience

Job description

Bristol Up to £34,000 DOE Permanent Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm

An established and friendly professional services business is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join the team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with a variety of clients, managing their own workload, and building strong professional relationships.

You will be responsible for providing bookkeeping support across a portfolio of clients, ensuring financial records are maintained accurately and deadlines are met.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing day-to-day bookkeeping activities
• Maintaining purchase and sales ledgers
• Performing bank reconciliations
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Processing financial transactions and maintaining accounting records
• Preparing information for year-end accounts
• Liaising with clients regarding financial queries
• Providing general administrative support related to accounts functions
• Assisting with CIS administration where required

To be Successful:

• Previous bookkeeping experience is essential
• Experience within a professional practice environment would be advantageous
• Good understanding of bookkeeping principles and VAT
• Confident using accounting software
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Professional and confident communicator
• Able to manage workload independently and prioritise effectively
• CIS experience would be an advantage

Benefits:

• Salary up to £34,000 depending on experience
• Permanent, full-time position
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Varied workload across a broad client base
• Opportunity to join a stable and well-established organisation

If you are an experienced Bookkeeper looking for a role where you can build long-term client relationships and be part of a professional, supportive team, we'd like to hear from you.