Bookkeeper

Michael Page Finance; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working (3 days in office)

Part-time hours available

Job summary

Michael Page Finance in Oxford is seeking a Bookkeeper to maintain accurate financial records and support day-to-day financial operations. The role focuses on bookkeeping across the business, keeping finances on track and compliant.

You will handle purchase-to-pay and order-to-cash cycles, perform reconciliations, assist with month-end processes, monitor cash flow, and support the Finance Director in improving processes and reporting. Hybrid working is available with three days in the office.

Qualifications

• Experience in bookkeeping or a related accounting role.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Eye for detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Good understanding of financial principles and practices.
• Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the day-to-day finance operations, ensuring accurate and timely bookkeeping across the business.
• Manage the purchase-to-pay and order-to-cash processes, including invoice processing, payment runs, and credit control.
• Maintain accurate financial records through regular bank, supplier, customer, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Process journals and assist with month-end activities, including accruals, prepayments, and ledger maintenance.
• Monitor cash flow and support effective cash management across the organisation.
• Assist with VAT submissions, audit requirements, and compliance-related finance activities.
• Work closely with the Finance Director to improve processes, support reporting, and contribute to the smooth running of the finance function.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Organisation & time management

Accounting software proficiency

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Financial knowledge

Communication skills

Job description

A Bookkeeper role focusing on maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring smooth day to day financial operations. This position is key to supporting the accounting processes and helping the business stay on top of its finances.

Client Details

This organisation prides itself on it's collaboration and reputation in it's industry.

Description

The Bookkeeper's responsibilities include:

• Take ownership of the day-to-day finance operations, ensuring accurate and timely bookkeeping across the business.
• Manage the purchase-to-pay and order-to-cash processes, including invoice processing, payment runs, and credit control.
• Maintain accurate financial records through regular bank, supplier, customer, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Process journals and assist with month-end activities, including accruals, prepayments, and ledger maintenance.
• Monitor cash flow and support effective cash management across the organisation.
• Assist with VAT submissions, audit requirements, and compliance-related finance activities.
• Work closely with the Finance Director to improve processes, support reporting, and contribute to the smooth running of the finance function.

Profile

A successful Bookkeeper should have:

• Experience in bookkeeping or a related accounting role.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• An eye for detail and a methodical approach to work.
• A good understanding of financial principles and practices.
• Effective communication skills for liaising with internal and external stakeholders.

Job Offer

Benefits include:

• A permanent role in a friendly team.
• Salary ranging from £30,000 to £33,000.
• Standard benefits package.
• Hybrid working (3 days in the office)
• Part time hours are also on offer.