Bookkeeper & Accounts Assistant — Growth, Training & Pension

Crosthwaite & Gardiner Ltd; Buxted; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training & development

Pension

Holiday entitlement

Job summary

Crosthwaite & Gardiner Ltd in Buxted, East Sussex, is seeking a reliable Bookkeeper to maintain accurate financial records and support the finance function in a small business environment. You will process invoices, manage payroll and VAT returns, reconcile accounts, and assist with management reports.

Knowledge of Sage or BrightPay is preferred, and you will work closely with the team to ensure timely and compliant reporting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Bookkeeper.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles.
• Experience with accounting software.
• Small business experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and bookkeeping entries.
• Process sales and purchase invoices.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and supplier statements.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Process payroll and pension contributions.
• Monitor cash flow and assist with budgeting.
• Prepare financial reports and management information.
• Support accountants with quarter-end and year-end procedures.
• Chasing outstanding debts
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company procedures.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Payroll

VAT returns

Excel

Attention to detail

Tools

Kinetic

QuickBooks

Sage

BrightPay

Job description

Crosthwaite & Gardiner Ltd in Buxted, East Sussex, is seeking a reliable Bookkeeper to maintain accurate financial records and support the finance function in a small business environment. You will process invoices, manage payroll and VAT returns, reconcile accounts, and assist with management reports.

Knowledge of Sage or BrightPay is preferred, and you will work closely with the team to ensure timely and compliant reporting.