Bookkeeper

Square Peg Associates; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A local established business in Blackburn seeks a Bookkeeper to support accounts preparation and bookkeeping tasks. The successful candidate will have accounts experience and expertise in software such as Sage 50 or Xero. This role offers flexible hours (28-40 hours per week) and benefits like free parking and a pension scheme. Ideal for those AAT qualified or with relevant experience, this is a wonderful opportunity to join a supportive team.

Benefits

Free parking

Supportive office environment

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Strong accounting and bookkeeping skills required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary.
• Experience in accounting software like Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks is needed.

Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Senior Accountant on accounts activities.
• Process invoices and credit notes efficiently.
• Match delivery notes with supplier invoices.
• Ensure invoices are correctly coded and inputted.
• Handle general administrative tasks related to accounts.
• Assist suppliers with inquiries about payments.
• Reconcile supplier payments monthly.
• Prepare quarterly VAT Return.

Skills

Accounting skills

Bookkeeping skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Excel skills

Sage software

Xero software

QuickBooks

Education

AAT qualified or QBE qualified by experience

Tools

Sage 50

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Our client is a local, well established business located in the centre of Blackburn, with a parking facility. They require a new Bookkeeper to join their team, to support with the Accounts preparation and Bookkeeping tasks.

The successful candidate will have gained accounts experience within Industry or an Accountancy Practice.

Benefits and Hours

• Flexible Hours: Part Time or Full Time / 28 - 40 hours per week / Flexi start times available.
• Perks: Free parking, a supportive office environment.
• Pension Scheme: Enjoy the benefits of the company pension scheme.
• Salary: £25 - £30k per annum

Key Responsibilities

• Reporting: You’ll report directly to the Senior Accountant, providing essential updates on accounts activities.
• Invoice Processing: Efficiently process invoices and credit notes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Matching and Verification: Match delivery notes with supplier invoices using Sage 50 or Xero software.
• Coding and Input: Ensure invoices are correctly coded and accurately inputted into our systems.
• Administrative Duties: Handle general administrative tasks related to accounts.
• Supplier Queries: Assist suppliers with any inquiries or issues related to payments.
• Monthly Reconciliation: Reconcile supplier payments on a monthly basis.
• VAT: Preparation of the quarterley VAT Return

Typical qualities required for the Bookkeeper

• Ideally AAT qualified or QBE Qualified by experience
• Have strong accounting and/or bookkeeping skills
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• User of accounting software’s Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks and a strong level of Excel skills
• Ability to work with confidence with minimum supervision
• Have a positive can-do attitude
• Practice or Industry experience
• Payroll experience is a bonus, though not essential.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Bookkeeper to be part of a great small team of accounting staff.

Please apply online today!