Bookkeeper & Administrator

Pure Resourcing Solutions Limited; Methwold; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Up to 2 days per week

Employed or self-employed basis

Full handover and training

Job summary

Pure Resourcing Solutions Limited is seeking a part-time Bookkeeper to support a progressive farming enterprise across four businesses. The role encompasses four businesses and includes farming administration alongside bookkeeping tasks.

The successful candidate will maintain records, handle VAT returns, process invoices, reconcile accounts, and support payroll and year-end reporting with a comprehensive handover and training provided.

Qualifications

• Bookkeeping experience or qualification required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Office suite.
• Highly organised with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.
• Experience with farming bookkeeping systems advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate bookkeeping records for four businesses.
• Prepare and submit monthly VAT returns.
• Process purchase and sales invoices.
• Reconcile bank accounts and maintain financial records.
• Assist the accountant with year-end information and reporting.
• Maintain crop and farm records and provide admin support.
• Assist with payroll administration where needed.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Excel

Attention to detail

Organised

Independent worker

Education

Bookkeeping qualification

Tools

Farm bookkeeping systems

Job description

This is a flexible part-time role of up to two days per week, offering the opportunity to work within a progressive farming enterprise and contribute to the smooth running of a diverse business portfolio.

The position encompasses administration across four businesses, comprising the main farming operation and three subsidiary businesses. Whilst bookkeeping forms a key part of the role, it is also an opportunity to become involved in wider farm and estate administration.

The role:

• Maintaining accurate bookkeeping records for all four businesses
• Preparing and submitting monthly VAT returns
• Processing purchase and sales invoices
• Reconciling bank accounts and maintaining financial records
• Assisting the accountant with year-end information and reporting requirements
• Maintaining crop and farm records
• Supporting general estate and business administration
• Assisting with payroll administration (experience advantageous but not essential)
• Providing administrative support as required across the businesses

You:

• Bookkeeping qualified or has proven experience
• Confident and experienced in bookkeeping and financial administration
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and the wider Microsoft Office suite
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Able to work independently and manage their own workload
• Professional, reliable and discreet when handling confidential information
• Comfortable working across a variety of business activities and responsibilities
• Experience with farming-specific bookkeeping systems and agricultural administration would be advantageous but is not essential.

A comprehensive handover and training will be provided to ensure a smooth transition into the role.

What We Offer :

• Flexible working arrangements
• Up to 2 days per week, with potential flexibility around working hours
• Opportunity to work on either an employed or self-employed basis
• A varied and rewarding role within an established family farming business
• Full handover and training from the current administrator
• Friendly and positive working environment