Bookkeeper

Confidential; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Central Harrogate location

25 days' holiday

Office-based role

Job summary

Confidential in Harrogate is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join the team and provide day-to-day financial support. You will work closely with external accountants and contribute to year-end accounts.

The role requires accurate records, organised work flow, and the ability to manage a varied workload in a busy environment. This office-based vacancy offers standard UK hours and a central Harrogate location.

Qualifications

• Previous bookkeeping experience is essential.
• AAT qualification would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Strong IT skills and confidence using accounting/software systems.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day bookkeeping activities.
• Maintaining sales and purchase ledgers.
• Managing credit control and outstanding payments.
• Checking payments and updating internal databases.
• Preparing information and documentation for year-end accounts.
• Assisting with the preparation of budgets for Director approval.
• Providing financial information and reports to external accountants.
• Dealing with accounts-related queries.
• Supporting the business owner with general financial administration.

Skills

Bookkeeping

AAT qualification

Accounting software

Communication

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Independence

Education

AAT qualification (advantageous)

Job description

Bookkeeper - Harrogate

Our client is looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to join their team in Harrogate. This is a busy and varied role, providing day-to-day financial support to the business owners and working closely with external accountants.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing transactions, supporting credit control, and providing financial information for budgeting and year-end accounts.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced bookkeeper who is organised, confident working independently, and able to manage a varied workload.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day bookkeeping activities
• Maintaining sales and purchase ledgers
• Managing credit control and outstanding payments
• Checking payments and updating internal databases
• Preparing information and documentation for year-end accounts
• Assisting with the preparation of budgets for Director approval
• Providing financial information and reports to external accountants
• Dealing with accounts-related queries
• Supporting the business owner with general financial administration

Skills & Experience

• Previous bookkeeping experience is essential
• AAT qualification would be advantageous but is not essential
• Strong IT skills and confidence using accounting and database systems
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and use initiative
• Reliable, professional, and well organised

What's on Offer

• Central Harrogate location with easy access to public transport
• 25 days' holiday, including 8 bank holidays
• Working hours: 9:00am-5:30pm, Monday to Friday
• One-hour lunch break
• Fully office-based position