Bookkeeper

Sudbury Dry Lining Group; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established construction firm in West London is seeking a Bookkeeper to manage financial records and reports. This full-time role offers a supportive team environment and potential for permanent placement after a 13-month maternity cover contract. The ideal candidate will have strong bookkeeping skills, attention to detail, and ideally experience in the construction industry.

Benefits

Competitive and negotiable salary

Full induction training program

25 days holiday excluding bank holidays

Qualifications

• Strong bookkeeping skills required.
• Experience in the construction industry preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Managing general bookkeeping tasks and input of invoices.
• Overseeing Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable.
• Conducting VAT and CIS Returns preparation.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Attention to Detail

Organisational Skills

Time Management

Knowledge of VAT Returns

Experience in Construction Industry

Job description

Bookkeeper

Great opportunity to work at a construction firm based in West London.

Job Purpose & Overview:

We are seeking a Bookkeeper with Management Accounts experience to join our well-established construction business, based in West London. This is a full-time, office-based role, ideal for someone who thrives in a structured work environment and enjoys being a key part of a close-knit team.

Our company prides itself on its supportive team culture, long-standing client relationships, and commitment to quality in everything we do. We value every team member and provide a stable, professional, and friendly working environment.

This position is maternity cover and will be offered on a 13-month fixed-term contract.

As the company is growing, there is a strong possibility it could lead to a permanent role.

Must be able to start in September.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Managing general bookkeeping tasks including input of suppliers, subcontractors, and sales invoices
• Post all bank payments and receipts and perform regular bank reconciliations
• Oversee Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable processes
• Manage debt collection for all company debtors
• Assist with the preparation of monthly end close including journals, prepayments, accruals, and fixed asset accounting
• Produce accurate balance sheet and P&L reconciliations and investigate variances
• Prepare monthly job cost reports
• Conduct VAT and CIS Returns preparation

Process payments via online banking systems.

Undertake any reasonable duties as directed by the Director/Accountant to ensure the smooth running of the department.

Required Skills:

• Strong bookkeeping skills
• Experience in the construction industry (preferred)
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Knowledge of VAT returns and complex accounting journal preparation and posting
• Ability to manage administrative tasks alongside bookkeeping responsibilities

What We Offer:

• Salary – Competitive and negotiable, depending on experience

• Training – Full induction program before you start

• Holiday – 25 days (excluding bank holidays)