Bookkeeper

Cameo Consultancy; Hook Norton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

A small established business in Hook Norton is seeking a highly organised part-time Bookkeeper. This hands-on role includes overseeing sales and purchase ledgers, payroll, and HMRC reporting. The ideal candidate will have a minimum AAT-Level 3 or equivalent, experience in bookkeeping, and strong knowledge of VAT and payroll processes. Benefits include 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and a pension scheme. The position is part-time, 20 hours per week, with flexible working hours available.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension

Qualifications

• Minimum AAT-Level 3 or QBE required.
• Proven experience in a hands-on bookkeeping role.
• Strong working knowledge of VAT, PAYE, and HMRC reporting.
• Confident using accounting software like Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage.
• Excellent Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• High level of accuracy, discretion, and timeliness.

Responsibilities

• Post delivery information to customer accounts and issue invoices.
• Prepare monthly payroll and submit PAYE, NI, pension returns.
• Perform regular reconciliations with supplier statements.
• Maintain fixed asset register and post depreciation.
• Assist with general customer queries during busy times.

Skills

Bookkeeping

VAT knowledge

Experience with accounting software

Excellent Excel skills

Attention to detail

Education

AAT-Level 3 or QBE

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

We're looking for a highly organised and detail focused, part time Bookkeeper to join a small, established business during a time of transition. With two long serving team members retiring at the end of the year, this is a great opportunity to make the role your own.

As the Bookkeeper, you'll oversee the day to day sales and purchase ledger, processing monthly reconciliations, payroll, and HMRC reporting. During busy times, you will support the Customer Service Executive taking customer orders. This is a hands-on, varied role where attention to detail is essential.

Key responsibilities for the Bookkeeper will include:

Sales Ledger

• Posting delivery information to customer accounts and issuing invoices
• Processing payments and allocating to customers' accounts
• Sending monthly customer statements
• Credit control

Purchase Ledger

• Processing supplier invoices and payments
• Perform regular reconciliations with supplier statements

Payroll & HMRC

• Preparing monthly payroll
• Submitting PAYE, NI, and pension returns
• Liaising with HMRC and pension providers as required
• Posting monthly payroll journal

Accounting & Reporting

• Prepare monthly reconciliations
• Monthly VAT return
• Maintain fixed asset register & post depreciation's
• Producing year end trial balance for auditors
• Liaise with external auditors

Customer Orders & Support

• Answer incoming customer calls during busy times
• Take customer orders and process card payments
• Assist with general customer queries

Skills, attributes and experience required for the Bookkeeper

• Minimum AAT-Level 3 or QBE
• Proven experience in a hands-on bookkeeping role
• Strong working knowledge of VAT, PAYE, and HMRC reporting
• Confident using accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)
• Excellent Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• High level of accuracy, discretion, and timeliness
• A friendly, team focused attitude
• Confident working under own initiative

What's in it for you?

• Hours: 20 hours per week, ideally 9:00am - 1:00pm Monday to Friday (flexibility can be considered)
• Salary: 30- 32K FTE
• Benefits: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension

Additional Information

• The role is currently based in Middle Barton (OX7), with an imminent move to the Banbury/Brackley area
• The closing date for applications is Monday 8 September 2025
• Interviews are expected to take place on Wednesday 17 September 2025

Recruitment Process

This role is being advertised via Employ Direct, a service provided by Cameo Consultancy. As this is an advertising-only service, we are not involved in the selection process.

All suitable applications will be forwarded directly to the employer, who will contact shortlisted candidates to arrange interviews.