Bookkeeper / Accounts Technician

UK Networks Services; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Bookkeeper/Accounts Technician to manage daily financial operations. This standalone role requires strong bookkeeping skills and attention to detail. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting compliance efforts, and preparing timely financial reports. The position offers incredible opportunities for personal growth and the chance to make a tangible impact in a rapidly expanding company committed to a green future. Join a team where your contributions will help shape the financial landscape and support businesses in their Net Zero pledges.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus

Enhanced employers’ contribution pension scheme

Salary sacrifice schemes

25 Days of annual leave plus local bank holidays

Days available to volunteer for local clubs/charities

£300 available for sponsorship of local club or charity

Professional registration fees paid annually

On-site parking

Training & Development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bookkeeping or accounts technician role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Record, categorize, and reconcile all financial transactions.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Accounting Principles

Attention to Detail

Microsoft Excel

Financial Reporting

Time Management

Education

Relevant Accounting Qualification

Tools

Accounting Software

Job description

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We’re the UK’s leading independent grid experts, here to help you connect your electrification needs with your strategic goals. We solve complex problems.

We’re as committed to a green future as you are, and we’re proud of the contribution we’re already making. More than that, we’re excited about the road ahead.

UK Networks Services is expanding rapidly. As we support ever more UK businesses in their Net Zero pledges, our team of technical, engineering, and commercial specialists is growing all the time. As part of it, you can look forward to incredible opportunities to learn new things and make real change every day.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a dedicated Bookkeeper / Accounts Technician to take full responsibility for managing the company’s daily financial operations. This is a standalone role that requires strong bookkeeping and accounting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting compliance efforts, and providing timely financial reports that support business decision-making. With no direct team support, this role is best suited to a self-starter who is highly organised and confident in their ability to manage all aspects of day-to-day finance.

What you’ll be doing

• Daily Financial Recording: Record, categorise, and reconcile all financial transactions, including sales, purchases, receipts, and payments.
• Bank Reconciliations: Perform regular reconciliations of bank statements and financial records to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Accounts Receivable & Invoicing: Generate customer invoices, track payments, and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Accounts Payable: Process supplier invoices, monitor due dates, and ensure timely payments.
• General Ledger Maintenance: Update and maintain the general ledger with accurate financial data.
• Monthly Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly management accounts, balance sheets, and other financial reports.
• Payroll Support: Handle payroll processing and ensure accurate recording of payroll transactions.
• Compliance & Audit Preparation: Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, maintain financial records, and support audit processes.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to streamline financial procedures and systems.

What we're looking for

• Proven experience in a bookkeeping or accounts technician role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and best practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.
• Ability to work independently, manage workload, and meet deadlines without supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy in financial record-keeping.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.

What’s in it for you

• Competitive salary and bonus
• Enhanced employers’ contribution pension scheme
• Salary sacrifice schemes (bike to work, childcare, Electric Vehicles)
• 25 Days of annual leave plus local bank holidays
• Days available to volunteer for local clubs/charities
• £300 available for sponsorship of local club or charity
• Professional registration fees paid annually
• On-site parking
• Training & Development

Note: To be eligible for this job you must have the right to work in the UK, we currently do not sponsor applications for employment visa status.

UKNS values diversity in the workplace and is a fair and equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an equal and inclusive working environment, with the aim that our employees will be truly representative of all sections of society and each person feels respected and able to give their best.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Utilities

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