Bookkeeper

CSMS-IPA, Inc.; Milton Keynes; On-site; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in Milton Keynes is seeking a Part-Time Bookkeeper/Assistant Accountant to join their friendly team. This role offers between 15 to 25 hours per week, with a competitive hourly rate of £14-20 based on experience. The successful candidate will support the finance team by preparing management accounts, processing invoices, and ensuring accurate reconciliations. This position is perfect for someone who is detail-oriented and enjoys working in a collaborative environment. With generous pro-rata holidays, pension options, and a supportive workplace culture, this opportunity is ideal for those looking to make a meaningful contribution while balancing their personal commitments.

Benefits

Generous holidays (pro-rata)

Pension

Parking

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented individual with a solid understanding of bookkeeping principles.
• Experience in preparing management accounts and using accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Support finance function with management accounts, invoice processing, and reconciliations.
• Monitor cash flow and provide financial insights to colleagues.

Skills

Bookkeeping principles

Management accounts preparation

Accounting software proficiency

Excel

Organizational skills

Time management

Data analysis

Audit assistance

Tools

Accounting software

Excel

Job description

Debbie Burbage Recruitment is proud to support our client, a well-established business in Milton Keynes, in its search for a Part-Time Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant. Working between 15 and 25 hours per week, hourly rate £14-20 per hour depending on experience. This is an excellent opportunity to join a small and friendly team in this newly created role, which will provide additional resources and support to the existing finance team, reflecting the company’s appreciation of its staff.

The Role

Reporting to the FD, key responsibilities include:

As the Bookkeeper, you will support the finance function by undertaking a range of tasks, including:

• Assisting with preparing management accounts, including prepayments, accruals, and journal postings.
• Assisting with invoice processing, supplier payments, and customer receipts, ensuring accurate and timely reconciliations.
• Monitoring and reconciling bank accounts.
• Monitoring and updating the cash flow model daily.
• Providing additional support to the finance team as needed, such as data analysis, assisting with audits, or handling expense reports.
• Working closely with colleagues across the business to provide financial insights and ensure efficient operations.

The Candidate

We seek a detail-oriented, reliable individual who thrives in a team environment. The ideal candidate will have:

• A solid understanding of bookkeeping principles and practices.
• Experience in management accounts preparation, including prepayments and accruals.
• Strong proficiency with accounting software and Excel.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills to handle a varied workload.
• A proactive and adaptable attitude, ready to assist with tasks as needed.

Remuneration

Salary: £14 -£20 per hour depending on experience

Hours: 15-25 per week – office-based Monday to Friday

Holidays: Generous (pro-rata), Pension, Parking

Debbie Burbage Recruitment is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. Candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. We are a member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.