Bookkeeper

Recruitment Solutions (NW) Ltd; Whitefield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular social events

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Recruitment Solutions (NW) Ltd is seeking a diligent Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day bookkeeping for diverse client businesses across the region, ensuring accurate records and timely reporting.

You will handle purchase and sales ledgers, VAT returns, bank reconciliations, and provide hands-on support on client sites, building strong relationships and contributing to a proactive advisory service.

Qualifications

• Experience in bookkeeping, ideally in a practice environment.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and VAT.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• A proactive, client‑focused attitude.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle due to regular travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out bookkeeping, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records.
• Managing purchase and sales ledgers, processing invoices, payments, and expenses.
• Completing bank reconciliations and credit card reconciliations.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns in line with current regulations.
• Working on-site at client premises across the region to provide hands-on support.
• Responding to client queries and building strong, professional relationships.
• Collaborating with colleagues across the firm to deliver a joined-up advisory service.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

VAT knowledge

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Driving licence

Job description

About Them

They are a growing business, working with a diverse range of clients across the region. Their team provides proactive, hands‑on support to businesses, helping them stay on top of their finances while building strong, long‑term client relationships.

The Role

As a Bookkeeper, you will be responsible for managing day‑to‑day bookkeeping tasks. You'll work with businesses across a variety of sectors, providing accurate financial information and practical support to help them make informed business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out bookkeeping, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records
• Managing purchase and sales ledgers, processing invoices, payments, and expenses
• Completing bank reconciliations and credit card reconciliations
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns in line with current regulations
• Working on-site at client premises across the region to provide hands‑on support
• Responding to client queries and building strong, professional relationships
• Collaborating with colleagues across the firm to deliver a joined‑up advisory service

What they're Looking For

• Previous experience in a bookkeeping role, ideally within a practice environment
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and VAT
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• A proactive, client‑focused attitude
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle due to regular travel to client sites

What they Offer

• Salary of £28,000 - £30,000 depending on experience
• Regular social events and a supportive team environment
• Investment in your professional development through ongoing training
• Opportunity to be part of a collaborative and ambitious business

Reference No.

VR/05798

We want to emphasize that no wording in this advertisement is intended to discriminate based on gender, marital status, race, religion, ethnicity, age, disability, or sexual orientation. All candidates will be evaluated solely on their merits, qualifications, and ability to fulfil the responsibilities of the role.