Bookkeeper

Pertemps Redditch Commercial; Redditch; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Office-based in Bromsgrove

Ongoing training

Mentoring from Senior Bookkeeper

Career development opportunities

Friendly team environment

Job summary

Pertemps Redditch Commercial is seeking a proactive Junior Bookkeeper to join our finance team in Bromsgrove (office-based). You will work closely with the Senior Bookkeeper and gain exposure to all aspects of the accounts function, ensuring accurate financial records.

Salary range £28,000–£30,000 depending on experience, with ongoing training and mentoring to develop your bookkeeping career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a bookkeeping or accounts assistant role.
• Good understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger and bank reconciliations.
• Knowledge of VAT principles.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and IT skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and in a small team.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Bookkeeper with daily finance activities.
• Perform bank reconciliations across multiple accounts.
• Assist with purchase ledger processing and supplier payments.
• Maintain the sales ledger and support credit control activities.
• Help prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting processes.
• Monitor cash flow and reconcile balances.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Support balance sheet reconciliations and fixed asset records.
• Assist with management reporting and financial analysis.
• Help process payroll, pensions and HMRC administration (training provided).
• Support accounting for e-commerce platforms including Shopify, PayPal, Stripe and Klarna.
• Assist with foreign currency transactions and multi-currency accounting.
• Carry out general finance administration and other ad hoc duties.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Accounts assistant

VAT

Excel

Attention to detail

Independent working

Tools

Excel

Job description

Overview

Junior Bookkeeper – Location: Bromsgrove (Office Based) • Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum

We are looking for a proactive and organised Junior Bookkeeper to join our finance team based in Bromsgrove. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their bookkeeping career while working alongside and supporting an experienced Senior Bookkeeper.

You will gain exposure to all aspects of the finance function, assisting with the day-to-day running of the accounts department and playing an important role in ensuring accurate financial records.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Bookkeeper with daily finance activities
• Perform bank reconciliations across multiple accounts
• Assist with purchase ledger processing and supplier payments
• Maintain the sales ledger and support credit control activities
• Help prepare and submit VAT returns
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting processes
• Monitor cash flow and reconcile balances
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation
• Support balance sheet reconciliations and fixed asset records
• Assist with management reporting and financial analysis
• Help process payroll, pensions and HMRC administration (training provided if required)
• Support accounting for e-commerce platforms including Shopify, PayPal, Stripe and Klarna
• Assist with foreign currency transactions and multi-currency accounting
• Carry out general finance administration and other ad hoc duties as required

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a bookkeeping or accounts assistant role
• Good understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger and bank reconciliations
• Knowledge of VAT principles
• Strong Microsoft Excel and general IT skills
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a small finance team

Benefits

• Salary of £28,000 - £30,000, depending on experience
• Office-based role in Bromsgrove
• Ongoing training and mentoring from an experienced Senior Bookkeeper
• Opportunity to broaden your accounting knowledge and develop your career
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Opportunity to be involved in all aspects of the finance function