Bookkeeper

Castle Employment Agency Ltd; Malton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a meticulous Bookkeeper to join their family-oriented team in Malton. This role offers a competitive salary and flexible working hours, with a focus on day-to-day finance management and bookkeeping up to trial balance. You will thrive in a collaborative environment, handling financial reports, bank reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong accountancy software skills and be adaptable to new systems. If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to grow within a supportive team, this position is the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

28 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Flexible working hours

Onsite parking

Good public transport links

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance role, ideally bookkeeping up to trial balance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities and financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and maintain records.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Accountancy Software (Sage, Quickbooks)

Microsoft Office

Communication Skills

Customer Focus

Education

AAT Qualification (preferred)

Tools

Sage

Quickbooks

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an opportunity as a Bookkeeper to join a family business based in Malton. A salary of £30,000 to £40,000 is on offer alongside 28 days holiday (including bank holidays and rising to 33 with service), with attractive Monday to Friday working hours. Hours can be flexible and part-time to suit the individual, but ideally this will be a full-time, 9am to 5pm role. Parking is also available onsite, as well as good public transport links.

As the Bookkeeper, you will be responsible for day-to-day finance, including bookkeeping up to trial balance. You will ideally thrive on challenges, be adaptable, and excel both independently and as part of a team.

Key responsibilities for the Bookkeeper will include:

• Day-to-day bookkeeping activities
• Manage the accounts department
• Preparing financial reports and financial statements
• Bank account reconciliations of up to 10 bank accounts
• Working with other departments to resolve invoicing queries
• Processing expenses and BACS payments
• Managing VAT returns
• Year End Accounts
• Maintain accurate financial records
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, accounting standards, and tax laws
• Other duties as required

To be successful in this Bookkeeper opportunity you must:

• Have previous experience in a similar finance position
• Be able to work independently, as well as part of a small team
• Have knowledge of using accountancy software such as Sage, Quickbooks, etc. with the capability to learn new systems and processes quickly
• Be confident in using Microsoft Office packages
• Be customer-focused and have excellent communication skills

We would be keen to speak with individuals who are currently in an Accounts Assistant, Assistant Accountant, Finance Officer, Finance Manager, or Bookkeeper role who are looking for a new challenge. You may already possess payroll knowledge or you may be looking for an opportunity to progress and develop your skill set. This role would also suit an individual who has studied or is currently studying their AAT qualification, but this qualification level is not essential.

Based in Malton, this role is commutable from Scarborough, Pickering, Pocklington, York, and surrounding areas. This role is easily accessible via train or bus routes.

If you are interested in this Bookkeeper position, please apply now or get in touch to have a confidential conversation today.