Bookkeeper

Universal Business Team; Northwich; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run business in Northwich is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join their dynamic team. This varied position involves not just traditional bookkeeping, but also responsibilities in office administration and compliance. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in finance, strong accounting principles, and excellent organisational skills. Salary is £35,000 and is negotiable.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bookkeeping or finance administration.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Raise and manage purchase orders.
• Reconcile bank transactions and purchase invoices.
• Create board packs and financial reports.
• Assist in P&L budget creation.
• Support ISO9001 documentation and audits.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Finance administration

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Knowledge of ISO standards

Education

AAT, CIMA, ACCA, QBE

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Overview

An established family run business with ambitious growth plans are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join their dynamic team.

This is varied position that goes beyond traditional bookkeeping. Whilst accounting is the core focus, the successful candidate will have additional responsibilities for wider office administration and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Raise and manage purchase orders
• Reconci le bank transactions, purchase invoices, and employee expenses
• Create board packs and financial reports
• Assist in P&L budget creation
• Send customer statements and manage a credit controller
• Support ISO9001 documentation and audits
• Draft and maintain employment contracts

Requirements

• Proven experience in bookkeeping or finance administration (AAT, CIMA, ACCA, QBE)
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and software
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Comfortable working across departments and managing varied tasks
• Experience with ISO standards and HR documentation is a plus

Benefits

Salary £35,000 (neg)