Bookkeeper

Frontline Construction Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join their team permanently in Knebworth. This role involves bookkeeping, general office duties, and coordination of works, offering variety in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have proficiency in Sage and experience in an accounts or finance role.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Sage is essential.
• Previous experience in an accounts or finance role required.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy essential.

Responsibilities

• Processing invoices, payments, and reconciliations using Sage.
• Managing accounts payable and receivable.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and filing systems.

Skills

Sage

Administrative Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Multitasking

Job description

My client is looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support their busy team on a permanent basis at their offices in Knebworth.

This role involves a mix of bookkeeping, general office duties and coordination of reactive works, making it ideal for someone who enjoys variety and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities
• Processing invoices, payments, and reconciliations using Sage
• Managing accounts payable and receivable
• Assisting with payroll and VAT returns
• Maintaining accurate financial records and filing systems
• Supporting general office administration, including answering calls and managing correspondence
• Assisting other departments with ad hoc administrative tasks as required

Requirements
• Proficiency in Sage (essential)
• Previous experience in an accounts or finance role
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to multitask and work independently
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

General Office Duties
• Answer incoming phone calls and manage the intercom system
• Set up job numbers and files, create cost sheets, and ensure spreadsheet formulas are functioning correctly
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date job costing records
• Chase outstanding and overdue invoices

Reactive Works Coordination
• Contact nurseries to schedule jobs and gather job details
• Issue and send purchase orders to subcontractors
• Follow up with subcontractors for quotes and invoices
• Log subcontractor attendance when QR codes are unavailable
• Confirm job completion with subcontractors
• Upload quotes to online portal
• Match work orders with monthly consolidated invoices and file accordingly