Bookkeeper

Officeangels; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Office Angels in Tilehurst is seeking a professional Bookkeeper to join our office-based team. You will handle day-to-day bookkeeping, bank reconciliations and VAT returns, using Xero to maintain accurate records.

The role is permanent and full-time, Monday to Friday 8:45am to 5pm, with a salary of £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience. Experience in property, hospitality, or leisure sectors is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Previous bookkeeping experience required.
• Accounting qualifications demonstrate expertise.
• Strong working knowledge of Xero required.
• Organised and detail-oriented with ability to multitask.
• Excellent communication skills with stakeholders.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Experience in property, hospitality or leisure sectors advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day bookkeeping using Xero.
• Bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy of records.
• Processing receipts and payments efficiently.
• Managing accounts receivable including rent, pitch fees and utilities.
• Purchase ledger management and timely supplier payments.
• Preparing VAT returns and compliance with tax rules.
• Addressing finance queries from residents, customers and suppliers.
• Provide general office administration support.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Xero

Detail-oriented

Communication

Self-motivated

Sector experience

Accounting qualifications

Education

Accounting qualifications

Tools

Xero

Job description

Bookkeeper

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Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full-Time, Monday to Friday 8:45am to 5pm

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Location: Tilehurst, fully office based

Your day-to-day duties will include:

• Day-to-Day Bookkeeping: Managing financial transactions using Xero software.
• Bank Reconciliations: Ensuring accuracy in financial records and statements.
• Processing Receipts and Payments: Handling financial inflows and outflows efficiently.
• Managing Customer Accounts: Overseeing accounts receivable, including rent, pitch fees, and utility charges.
• Purchase Ledger Management: Ensuring supplier payments are processed timely.
• Preparing VAT Returns: Maintaining compliance with taxation requirements.
• Finance Queries: Addressing questions from residents, customers, and suppliers with professionalism.
• Office Administration: Assisting with general administrative tasks to support the daily running of the business.

The ideal candidate:

• Previous Bookkeeping Experience: A solid background in bookkeeping is essential.
• Accounting Qualifications: Relevant qualifications to demonstrate your expertise.
• Strong Working Knowledge of Xero: Proficiency in Xero is a must-have.
• Organised and Detail-Oriented: A keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to liaise with various stakeholders in a friendly yet professional manner.
• Self-Motivated: Capability to work independently and manage your own workload without constant supervision.
• Experience within the property, hospitality, or leisure sectors, such as hotels, holiday parks, or similar businesses, would be advantageous

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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