Bookkeeper & Assistant Accountant — Growth & Cash Flow

Square Peg Associates; Heywood; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment consultancy is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper in Heywood. The successful candidate will handle accounts to trial balance, manage purchase and sales ledgers, and ensure VAT processes are executed. A minimum of 3 years bookkeeping experience is required, along with strong knowledge of accounting software. This is a full-time office-based position, offering competitive salary and career development opportunities within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in bookkeeping or a similar role.
• Preparation of accounts to trial balance.
• Experience with Sales and Purchase ledgers.

Responsibilities

• Manage Accounts Payable and Receivable, resolving invoice queries.
• Perform bank reconciliations aligning financial records with bank statements.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.

Skills

Transactional accounting duties

Communication skills

Customer service orientation

Education

AAT qualification or Part qualified Accountant

Tools

Finance Software

Excel

Job description

A reputable recruitment consultancy is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper in Heywood. The successful candidate will handle accounts to trial balance, manage purchase and sales ledgers, and ensure VAT processes are executed. A minimum of 3 years bookkeeping experience is required, along with strong knowledge of accounting software. This is a full-time office-based position, offering competitive salary and career development opportunities within a supportive team environment.