Bookkeeper

Seymour John; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Seymour John is partnering with a small business in Shrewsbury to recruit an experienced Bookkeeper into a standalone, office-based role. You will own the day-to-day bookkeeping and financial administration, liaising with external accountants as needed.

The role is described as full-time with reduced hours negotiable, and offers an office-based environment in Shrewsbury. Key duties include maintaining accurate records, managing ledgers, bank reconciliations, payments, VAT support and preparing

Qualifications

• Solid hands-on bookkeeping experience in a standalone role.
• Ability to own day-to-day accounts and manage workload.
• Experience within SME or standalone finance environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and maintain accurate records.
• Handle purchase and sales ledgers.
• Perform bank reconciliations and general ledger maintenance.
• Process payments and monitor incoming funds.
• Support VAT and routine financial requirements.
• Produce financial information and reports for the business.
• Liaise with external accountants as required.
• Take overall ownership of the finance function.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Independent work

Attention to detail

Liaison with accountants

Job description

Bookkeeper Shrewsbury Full Time (Reduced Hours can be discussed) Office based Circa £18 per hour (negotiable on experience)

Do you have solid, hands-on experience working in a standalone Bookkeeper role?

Are you confident taking ownership of the day-to-day accounts within a small business?

The Opportunity

Seymour John are partnering with a small business in Shrewsbury, who are looking to recruit an experienced Bookkeeper into a standalone position.

This is a hands-on role where you will take responsibility for the day-to-day bookkeeping and financial administration of the business, working independently while liaising with external accountants where required.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing day-to-day bookkeeping and maintaining accurate financial records
• Purchase and sales ledger duties
• Bank reconciliations and general ledger maintenance
• Processing payments and monitoring incoming monies
• Supporting with VAT and other routine financial requirements
• Producing financial information and reports for the business
• Liaising with external accountants where required
• Taking overall ownership of the day-to-day finance function

About you:

We're looking for someone with strong practical bookkeeping experience, ideally gained within an SME or standalone finance environment. You will need to be comfortable working independently, managing your own workload and being the main point of contact for day-to-day accounts matters.