Bookkeeper

Shepherd Stubbs Ltd; Sandy; Híbrido; GBP 32.000 - 36.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

25 Days holiday

Bank holidays

Auto-enrolment pension

Hybrid working

Descripción de la vacante

Shepherd Stubbs Ltd seeks an experienced Bookkeeper to bring structure to the accounts function. The role involves clearing a backlog and implementing processes to improve efficiency, working closely with the sales team to verify information.

The successful candidate will have proven bookkeeping experience, be confident with Sage, and capable of prioritising a backlog with a proactive, hands-on approach. Hybrid working option available after systems are in place.

Formación

• Proven bookkeeping experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with VAT margin scheme for used car dealerships is desirable (training can be provided).
• Able to liaise with non-finance staff, especially sales personnel.
• Proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to prioritise a backlog of work.
• Strong decision-making skills and ability to work independently.

Responsabilidades

• Take ownership of day-to-day accounts and clear the backlog.
• Liaise with the sales team to gather and verify sales information.
• Monitor and implement processes and controls to ensure timely, accurate accounts.
• Manage bookkeeping using Sage (no payroll responsibilities).
• Work within the company's VAT scheme.
• Use sound, independent decision-making to resolve queries and discrepancies.

Conocimientos

Bookkeeping

VAT margin scheme

Communication

Independent work

Backlog management

Herramientas

Sage

Descripción del empleo

Bookkeeper | Salary: £32,000 - £36.000 D.O.E.

The Company

Our client is a well-established retail sales operation with an impressive annual turnover. As the business continues to grow, they are looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to bring structure and control to their accounts function.

The Role

This is a hands-on bookkeeping role for someone who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves and taking ownership of the accounts. This rapidly growing enterprise requires the successful applicant to work through a backlog and bring all bookkeeping up to date, whilst putting processes in place to improve the efficiency and organisation of the function going forward. You will work closely with the sales team, using good judgement and clear communication to obtain the sales information needed to keep the accounts accurate and up to date.

Key Responsibilities - Bookkeeper

• Take ownership of the day-to-day accounts function and clear the existing backlog
• Liaise directly with the sales team to gather and verify sales information
• Monitor and implement processes and controls to ensure accounts are produced correctly and on time going forward
• Manage bookkeeping using Sage (this role does not include payroll responsibilities)
• Work within the company's specialist VAT scheme
• Use sound, independent decision-making to resolve queries and discrepancies

About You

• Proven bookkeeping experience, ideally within a fast-paced sales environment
• Confident working with Sage
• Experience with VAT margin scheme for used car dealerships is desirable (training can be provided)
• Comfortable liaising with non-finance staff, particularly sales personnel
• A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to organise and prioritise a backlog of work
• Strong decision-making skills and confidence to work independently

The Package

• Salary: £32,000 - £36,000 D.O.E.
• Future Hybrid working (when systems & controls have been implemented)
• Hours Mon-Fri, 7.5 hours per day with unpaid hour for lunch
• 25 Days holiday + bank holidays
• Auto-enrolment pension